Prepare to be amazed as we dive into the incredible story of a UFC legend's unexpected financial journey! A former champion's new career path has revealed a shocking truth.
In a recent twist, Arman Tsarukyan, a UFC lightweight contender, has revealed that his fight earnings are not as lucrative as one might expect. With a base pay of $150,000, Tsarukyan finds himself in the red after covering taxes and training camp expenses. But here's where it gets controversial... Dana White, the UFC's boss, has promised increased fighter pay due to a massive broadcast deal. However, many fighters who built the sport's foundation may miss out on these rewards, as their careers ended before this financial boost.
Now, enter Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson, a UFC legend with an intriguing new venture. Jackson, who dominated the UFC light heavyweight division and achieved crossover success in Hollywood, has found a new passion in streaming. In a bold statement, Jackson claims that his streaming career has already surpassed his earnings as a fighter. He boasts, "I've made more in eight months of streaming than I did in 25 years of fighting. My streams and clips attract more attention than my fights!"
And this is the part most people miss: Jackson's success as a streamer has not only surpassed his fighting earnings but has also made him immune to criticism. Recently, fans branded him a 'casual' for admitting he hadn't seen Islam Makhachev fight until UFC 322. But with his streaming success, Jackson likely doesn't mind the label.
So, what do you think? Is streaming the new frontier for athletes to earn big bucks? Or is the traditional sports career still the way to go? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments!
