Jan 21, 2023; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Gabriel Bonfim (red gloves) reacts to fight against Mounir Lazzez (blue gloves) during UFC 283 at Jeunesse Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason da Silva-USA TODAY Sports

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UFC Vegas 111 Payouts: How Much Did Gabriel Bonfim, Randy Brown And Others Make?

Money talks in MMA, and UFC Vegas 111 payouts tell an interesting story about who’s cashing in at the Apex. The welterweight showdown between Gabriel Bonfim and Randy Brown headlined the card, bringing two fighters with vastly different career trajectories together for what turned into a memorable night.

While fans focused on the action inside the octagon, the financial side revealed just how much the UFC‘s pay structure rewards tenure and experience over everything else.

UFC Vegas 111 Estimated Payouts

Randy Brown’s total payday for UFC Vegas 111 landed somewhere between $280,000 and $350,000 when you factor in his base pay, sponsorships, and potential bonuses. His guaranteed fight purse typically ranges from $85,000 to $150,000 per bout, with sponsorship deals pushing that number past $280,000.

FOUR IN A ROW‼️@GabrielBonfi KOs Randy Brown in the second round! #UFCVegas111 pic.twitter.com/1hRCxS8X9e
— UFC (@ufc) November 9, 2025

Gabriel Bonfim (19-1) came into the fight as the younger, hungrier challenger at just 26 years old. His incentive pay earned him $6,000 for fight week. When combined with his base pay and $50,000 bonus, Bonfim’s total earnings likely ranged from $170,000 to $220,000.

HE IS SO BACK 🙌

Joseph Morales secures the 1st RD submission at #UFCVegas111 pic.twitter.com/nqFd9lzPhT
— UFC (@ufc) November 9, 2025

Muslim Salikhov collected $11,000 in incentive pay. His overall earnings were expected to hit around $190,000. Medic earned $6,000 in incentive pay, with his total purse estimated between $100,000 and $120,000 depending on performance.

THE DOCTOR IS IN 🩺@urketaraketa earns back to back knockouts! #UFCVegas111 pic.twitter.com/JwDVJ2MC2i
— UFC (@ufc) November 9, 2025

Matt Schnell brought home $16,000 in incentive pay and a total purse around $150,000. Morales, fresh off his Ultimate Fighter 33 win, earned $4,500 incentive with projected earnings between $40,000 and $60,000.

Marco Tulio earned the minimum $4,000 incentive. Christian Leroy Duncan grabbed $6,000 incentive and a bonus for $50,000. Both fighters walked away with total earnings estimated between $40,000 and 100,000.

UFC Vegas 111 Bonuses

The UFC Vegas 111 card delivered some spectacular finishes, and four fighters walked away with an extra $50,000 in their pockets. Gabriel Bonfim, Christian Leroy Duncan, Josh Hokit, and Zachary Reese all earned Performance of the Night bonuses for their impressive showings at the Apex. These bonuses significantly boosted their overall earnings and proved that exciting finishes can literally double your payday overnight.

A night full of action 💥 @GabrielBonfi, Christian Leroy Duncan, @Josh_HokitUFC and @Savage185Reese have all earned the POTN bonuses! 💰

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— UFC (@ufc) November 9, 2025

Christian Leroy Duncan’s bonus was particularly meaningful since his base earnings were estimated between $50,000 and $80,000. The extra $50,000 effectively doubled his purse and showed that even fighters with less expereince can cash in big with spectacular performances. Josh Hokit and Zachary Reese also maximized their earnings with the bonus, proving that taking risks inside the octagon pays off. The promotion handed out four POTN awards instead of the usual Fight of the Night bonus, rewarding individual excellence across the card.

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