UFC Nashville is in the books! Live out of the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, the UFC action does not stop. With some fan-favorite names and interesting matchups on the show, let’s check out the fight purses, bonuses, and results from the event.
Previously, it was announced that the #4 ranked bantamweight contender Cory Sandhagen would be taking on #11 ranked Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC Nashville. Despite being a puzzling matchup, fans were keen to see a rising contender against a mainstay. However, it was not to be as Umar, unfortunately, had to pull out of the bout due to injury. As such, Rob Font replaced him on short notice in a 140 lbs catchweight main event.
Other notable names on the card included former strawweight champ Jessica Andrade against Tatiana Suarez. Previously, Suarez made her long-awaited return to the Octagon after a long layoff. As such, there was a lot of hype behind her and other fighters like Justin Jacoby, Kennedy Nzechukwu, Diego Lopes, and more.
UFC Nashville: Sandhagen vs. Font results
Despite being a middle-of-the-pack event, there were some interesting results on the night. In the co-main event, Tatiana Suarez handed Jessica Andrade her third consecutive loss. Additionally, Cory Sandhagen showcased some spectacular wrestling, mauling Rob Font for 5 rounds. As such, let’s check out all the results from the night.
Main Card
● Cory Sandhagen def. Rob Font via unanimous decision
● Tatiana Suarez def. Jessica Andrade via sub (guillotine choke)
● Dustin Jacoby def. Kennedy Nzechukwu via TKO (punches)
● Diego Lopes def. Gavin Tucker via submission (triangle-armbar)
● Tanner Boser def. Aleksa Camur via unanimous decision
● Ludovit Klein def. Ignacio Bahamondes via unanimous decision
Prelims
● Kyler Phillips def. Raoni Barcelos via unanimous decision
● Carlston Harris def. Jeremiah Wells via submission (anaconda choke)
● Billy Quarantillo def. Damon Jackson via unanimous decision
● Cody Durden def. Jake Hadley via unanimous decision
● Sean Woodson def. Dennis Buzukja via unanimous decision
● Assu Almabayev def. Ode Osbourne via submission (rear-naked choke)
UFC Nashville: Cory Sandhagen vs. Rob Font payouts and bonuses
According to reports by The Sports Daily, Cory Sandhagen is set to be the highest earner from the event. As such, the American will earn a guaranteed payout of $311,000. Similarly, his opponent, Rob Font will reportedly receive a guaranteed payout of $266,000. As mentioned previously, fighters’ payouts will vary based on the outcome of their fight. With their fight being rather one-sided and flat, neither fighter won any bonuses.
Rounding out the highest-paid fighters at the event we have Jessica Andrade ($221,000), Billy Quarantillo ($91,000), along with Dustin Jacoby and Damon Jackson taking home $86,000 each. Additionally, Kennedy Nzechukwu ($81,000), Tatiana Suarez ($56,000), Tanner Boser ($51,000), and Cody Durden ($50,000) will also get a solid payday.
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After the event, the post-fight bonuses were revealed by the UFC. As such, Tatiana Suarez, Justin Jacoby, Diego Lopes, Carlston Harris, and Assu Almabayev all secured Performance of the Night bonuses. Each of these fighters will be getting an additional $50,000 on top of their initial fight purse. Moreover, the UFC also paid out $166,000 worth of incentive pay to fighters for complying with outfitting requirements, media responsibilities, and more.
