Dana White on Demetrious Johnson’s money demands: ‘Let’s see what your PPV does’

In this era of “big money fights”, many UFC fighters have specific figures in mind as to how much they would want for specific…

By: Milan Ordoñez | 6 years ago
Dana White on Demetrious Johnson’s money demands: ‘Let’s see what your PPV does’
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In this era of “big money fights”, many UFC fighters have specific figures in mind as to how much they would want for specific match-ups. Flyweight champion and top pound-for-pound fighter Demetrious Johnson, for instance, wants a $2 million payday for super-fights.

It is stated in Johnson’s new contract with the UFC that he would be getting a percentage from pay-per-view earnings. And according to UFC president Dana White, “Mighty Mouse” should take advantage of this provision.

“He’s a partner in the pay-per-view,” White said during the UFC 217 post-fight presser (via MMA Fighting). “Let’s see what your PPV does, you’re a partner, let’s see what you make.”

“Listen, you can’t be in a position where you’re like ‘I want $2 million, f—k you, I don’t care what you make. I don’t care how much this thing sells, I just want $2 million.’”

In terms of super-fights, one possibility that has opened up after Saturday night would be a flyweight championship between Johnson and newly-minted bantamweight titleholder T.J. Dillashaw.

Dillashaw says it is the only sensible move for Johnson to make, and White agrees.

“He’s been crying for a long time for a big fight,” White said. “He’s got his big fight now. You know I’m down for it because I was down for it before, but now it’s even better. They both have belts, so, yeah.”

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Milan Ordoñez
Milan Ordoñez

Milan Ordoñez has been covering combat sports since 2012 and has been part of the Bloody Elbow staff since 2016. He’s also competed in amateur mixed martial arts and submission grappling tournaments.

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