During the PFL 6 event in Atlanta on Friday night, five fighters stood out as the highest earners, each taking home a payday of $100,000. These salaries marked the conclusion of the 2023 playoffs for the lightweight and welterweight divisions. The Georgia Athletic and Entertainment Commission officially confirmed these earnings in an email sent to MMA Hook on Monday.
Leading the pack was Olivier Aubin-Mercier, the reigning PFL lightweight champion from 2022. He pocketed $100,000 for his knockout victory over Anthony Romero, securing his place in the playoffs once again. Aubin-Mercier remains undefeated in the PFL, boasting an impressive 8-0 record.
Sadibou Sy, the 2022 PFL welterweight titleholder, also took home $100,000 after delivering a remarkable spinning wheel kick knockout against Shane Mitchell. The eye-catching finish sealed his significant payday from the event.
Notably, high-profile free agent signing Shane Burgos also earned $100,000 for his unanimous decision win over Yamato Nishikawa. Initially, Burgos was set to miss the playoffs due to a loss in his first PFL bout. However, the promotion reconsidered and granted him a spot in the final four after suspending former lightweight champion Natan Schulte for a lackluster performance against his longtime friend and teammate, Raush Manfio.
Despite being suspended and excluded from the playoffs, Schulte still walked away with $100,000 for his victory over Manfio. The Georgia commission affirmed that the fight’s outcome would remain unchanged, and both fighters would face no additional penalties.
Finally, Magomed Magomedkerimov earned $100,000 for his triumph over David Zawada, securing his spot in the 2023 playoffs.
Here are the complete earnings for the PFL 6 card:
Olivier Aubin-Mercier: $100,000 ($50,000 show, $50,000 win)
Anthony Romero: $15,000
Sadibou Sy: $100,000 ($50,000 show, $50,000 win)
Shane Mitchell: $10,000
Shane Burgos: $100,000
Yamato Nishikawa: $18,000
Magomed Magomedkerimov: $100,000 ($50,000 show, $50,000 win)
David Zawada: $20,000
Magomed Umalatov: $86,000 ($43,000 show, $43,000 win)
Nayib Lopez: $16,000
Clay Collard: $62,000 ($31,000 show, $31,000 win)
Stevie Ray: $50,000
Carlos Leal: $32,000 ($16,000 show, $16,000 win)
Natan Schulte: $100,000 ($50,000 show, $50,000 win)
Raush Manfio: $30,000
Bruno Miranda: $26,000 ($13,000 show, $13,000 win)
Alex Martinez: $22,000
Solomon Renfro: $20,000 ($10,000 show, $10,000 win)
Jarrah Al-Silawi: $50,000
Brahyam Zurcher: $19,000 ($9,500 show, $9,500 win)
Mike Bardsley: $3,000
Abdullah Alkahtani: $40,000 ($20,000 show, $20,000 win)
Lamar Brown: $3,000
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about salaries
What were the salaries for the fighters at PFL 6?
The salaries for the fighters at PFL 6 varied, but there were five fighters who earned $100,000 each, including Shane Burgos, Olivier Aubin-Mercier, Natan Schulte, Sadibou Sy, and Magomed Magomedkerimov.
Who was the highest-paid fighter at PFL 6?
The highest-paid fighter at PFL 6 was Olivier Aubin-Mercier, the 2022 PFL lightweight champion. He earned $100,000 for his knockout win over Anthony Romero.
Did Natan Schulte earn a salary despite being suspended from the playoffs?
Yes, Natan Schulte still earned $100,000 for his win over Raush Manfio, even though he was suspended and removed from the playoffs. The Georgia commission confirmed that the result of the fight would remain unchanged.
Which fighters secured their spots in the 2023 playoffs?
Shane Burgos, Olivier Aubin-Mercier, Natan Schulte, Sadibou Sy, and Magomed Magomedkerimov all secured their spots in the 2023 playoffs with their performances at PFL 6.
How were the salaries for the fighters determined?
The salaries for the fighters were determined by the PFL organization. Each fighter’s salary was based on various factors, including their contract, performance, and the outcome of their fights.
More about salaries
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2 comments
i always look forward to PFL events. the lightweight and welterweight divisions really brought the heat at PFL 6. the fighters put on a show and left it all in the octagon. can’t wait for the playoffs!
whaaat? natan schulte still made $100,000 even after being suspend? that’s crazy! i guess PFL still values his win. wonder what will happen next for him.