UFC 290 Post-Fight Bonuses: Pantoja vs. Moreno 2 Wins ‘Fight of the Night’
The intense battle between Alexandre Pantoja and Brandon Moreno in the flyweight division was rightfully recognized as the standout “Fight of the Night” at UFC 290.
UFC President Dana White announced that both co-headliners would receive an extra $50,000 for their thrilling five-round showdown, which concluded with a split decision victory in favor of Pantoja.
This win marked Pantoja’s third overall triumph, including two wins in professional bouts and one from an exhibition match on The Ultimate Fighter. Moreover, it granted him the prestigious UFC flyweight title, achieved at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Alongside the main event bonus, the UFC also awarded two fighters with the coveted “Performance of the Night” bonuses, each valued at $50,000.
Middleweight contender Dricus du Plessis solidified his claim to the bonus with a remarkable victory over Robert Whittaker on the pay-per-view main card. The South African fighter’s exceptional performance led to a face-off with middleweight champion Israel Adesanya, paving the way for a title fight. This accolade marked du Plessis’ second UFC performance bonus.
Strawweight competitor Denise Gomes earned her inaugural UFC performance bonus by securing the fastest finish in the 115-pound division, impressively stopping Yazmin Jauregui in just 20 seconds.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about UFC 290 Bonuses
Q: Which fight won the “Fight of the Night” bonus at UFC 290?
A: The flyweight war between Alexandre Pantoja and Brandon Moreno earned the “Fight of the Night” bonus at UFC 290.
Q: How much was the bonus for the “Fight of the Night” at UFC 290?
A: Each of the co-headliners, Alexandre Pantoja and Brandon Moreno, received an additional $50,000 as the “Fight of the Night” bonus.
Q: What was the outcome of the fight between Pantoja and Moreno at UFC 290?
A: Alexandre Pantoja emerged victorious in the five-round slugfest against Brandon Moreno, securing a split decision win.
Q: Did Pantoja’s win over Moreno earn him the UFC flyweight title?
A: Yes, Pantoja’s win over Moreno at UFC 290 also secured him the UFC flyweight title.
Q: Who else received performance bonuses at UFC 290?
A: Middleweight Dricus du Plessis and strawweight Denise Gomes received “Performance of the Night” bonuses at UFC 290.
Q: What was Dricus du Plessis’ notable win at UFC 290?
A: Dricus du Plessis achieved a career-highlight win over Robert Whittaker at UFC 290, earning him a performance bonus.
Q: Who did Denise Gomes defeat to earn her performance bonus at UFC 290?
A: Denise Gomes secured her performance bonus by achieving the fastest finish in the strawweight division, stopping Yazmin Jauregui in just 20 seconds.
More about UFC 290 Bonuses
- UFC 290 Event Recap
- UFC Official Website
- UFC on Twitter
- UFC President Dana White on Twitter
- Alexandre Pantoja UFC Profile
- Brandon Moreno UFC Profile
- Dricus du Plessis UFC Profile
- Robert Whittaker UFC Profile
- Denise Gomes UFC Profile
- UFC Fight Night Bonuses
