UFC 322 shattered previous compliance pay records, with fighters collectively earning $30,000 more than any prior high. Despite losing a one-sided bout, Jack Della Maddalena managed to out-earn Islam Makhachev, who clinched a second UFC title in dominant fashion.

Tensions are on the rise in the UFC as a vocal star publicly challenges Ilia Topuria to “Sign the Contract!” The fallout from UFC 317 and news of a fresh double champion are fueling speculation about the organization’s next major event, possibly tied to a Paramount deal.