J. Paul (left) and B. Askren (right) face each other on April 17th. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
In order to gain more and more enthusiasts, boxing superfights prove that they can become a trend in the world of martial arts. This Saturday (17), former Bellator and One Championship champion, Ben Askren, will come out of retirement to test himself in boxing against youtuber, Jake Paul. After a long promotion of the event, which takes place in Atlanta (USA), the athletes, whether they win or win, will leave the ring with encouraging figures.
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With values published by 'MMA fighting', anyone who thinks that the biggest 'slice of the pie' will go to Askren or Paul is mistaken. The person who will receive the most will be Regis Prograis, a professional boxer, who will earn US$850 (around R$4,7 million) to face Ivan Redkach in the co-main fight.
Even without the absolute leadership on the highest salary list, Jake's salary isn't far behind. Phenomenon in YouTube American, the artist will receive US$690 thousand (approximately R$3,8 million).
Former Bellator and ONE champion, Ben also has plenty of reasons to smile. Retired since 2019, after a lackluster stint in the UFC, the North American will be US$500 (around R$2,7 million) richer.
In addition to Askren, another MMA icon will also perform at the show. Former UFC heavyweight champion (up to 120,2kg), Frank mir will make his boxing debut and take home US$350 (around R$1,9 million). The veteran will exchange forces with Steve Cunningham.
Check out the list of Jake Paul x Ben Askren salaries:
Here are the salaries for #PaulAskren
Ben Askren $500,000
Jake Paul $690,000Ivan Redkach $250,000
Regis Prograis $850,000Frank mir $350,000
Steve Cunningham $150,000Reykon $80,000
Joe Fournier $220,000Full purse list and story will be up shortly on @MMAFighting
- MMAFighting.com (@MMAFighting) April 16, 2021
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