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Sean O'Malley's victory over Aljamain Sterling last summer to win the UFC bantamweight title and Marlon Vera emerging victorious from his last fight against Pedro Munhoz, we knew a rematch was imminent.
Both fighters will square off with everything on the line in the main event of UFC 299
Since their first clash on August 15, 2020, in which 'Suga' was defeated by technical knockout at 4:40' of the first round, there have been 13 fights, 9 Performance Bonuses, and countless highlights while moving up the bantamweight ladder.
'Suga' has said he will come out on top and knock out 'Chito' Vera. "Let him kick my legs all he wants. My leg will hit his head," he expressed in a press conference on Thursday.
Meanwhile, Marlon Vera called O'Malley a clown and said that "Ecuador will have its first world champion".
It is a fight with a lot at stake, in case O'Malley wins, he will retain his title, avenge the only defeat of his career, and consolidate his status as undisputed UFC bantamweight champion. While 'Chito' would become the new monarch of the division and would endorse his dominance over 'Suga'.
UFC 299 O'Malley vs Vera 2 Purse
UFC fans are always curious to know how much money fighters take home, especially when they star in the main fights. Although the figures are not officially disclosed, we can get an idea of the earnings they have made in previous fights.
According to SportsKeeda, O'Malley earned around $1.43 million in his last win. While 'Chito' Vera reportedly made $465,000 in his most recent fight, which he also won. This is the first PPV main event for the Ecuadorian challenger, so the purse may be even higher than estimated.
Who is favored to win UFC 299 O'Mallley vs Vera 2?
Despite how close the fight seems, the betting houses already have their favorite. CBS Sports indicates that O'Malley, the current champion, has the best chance of winning: Sean O'Malley -280, Marlon Vera +230.
With this, Sean O'Mally could be the one who takes home the largest payment of the night, thus suring the one he got in his last fight in the UFC.