Michael Chandler Backs UFC’s New Paramount Deal, Says Fighter Pay Will “Trickle Down”

Michael Chandler Backs UFC's New Paramount Deal, Says Fighter Pay Will "Trickle Down"UFC lightweight Michael Chandler believes the promotion’s massive $7.7 billion broadcasting deal with Paramount will benefit fighters through trickle-down means.

Speaking to MMA Junkie on the UFC 324 red carpet, Chandler addressed the promotion’s new bonus structure and the implications of the landmark deal that brought all UFC events to Paramount+ beginning in 2026.\u200b

Michael Chandler Says UFC’s Paramount Money Will Trickle Down to Fighters

“It’s really cool. I mean, obviously you know my résumé – almost every single one of my fights I’ve gotten a bonus, so I should have a little bit more money in my bank…