Leak exposes million-dollar difference between José Aldo and McGregor's salaries in 13-second UFC fight

José Aldo x McGregor had one of the biggest rivalries in UFC history. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/ufc

The fight that lasted less than a breath and cost millions of dollars. This is how the dispute between José Aldo e Conor McGregor for the featherweight belt (up to 65,7kg.) UFC, in December 2015. The Irishman knocked out the Brazilian in just 13 seconds. But what few know is that Manauara received less than half as much as Notório for his participation in the event.

According to documents released by the American website “Bloody Elbow”, which accompanies a legal case against the UFC In the United States, Aldo earned a total of US$2,3 million for the fight. This amount includes the scholarship, sponsorships, participation in pay-per-view sales, among other items. McGregor pocketed US$4,4 million, almost twice as much as his opponent.

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The difference between the two fighters' salaries can be explained by several factors, such as the negotiating power, popularity, charisma and personal marketing of each one. Conor is known for being a born provocateur, who knows how to attract the attention of the public and the media with his controversial statements and his flamboyant personality. José, on the other hand, is more discreet and reserved, focused on his performance inside the Octagon.

The rivalry between Aldo x McGregor

The fight between Aldo and McGregor was one of the most anticipated and promoted in UFC history, generating great expectations among fans and experts. The two fighters went on a world tour to promote the event, which visited eight cities in five countries.

During the interviews and face-offs, Conor spared no provocations and insults towards Aldo, trying to destabilize the Brazilian emotionally. The man from Manaus, in turn, maintained a serious and confident posture, promising to teach the Irishman a lesson.

On the day of the fight, held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena, in Las Vegas, the two entered the Octagon under an atmosphere of tension and rivalry. Shortly after the bell, McGregor attacked Aldo, who tried to land a straight right. The Irishman dodged and counterattacked with a left cross, which caught the Brazilian's chin.

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