UFC Cannonier vs Imavov Prize Money: How much money will tonight's fighters make?

Louisville will be the battleground for a crucial middleweight clash between top-ranked contenders Jared Cannonier and Nassourdine Imavov tonight. The outcome of this fight will significantly impact their future standings in the division.

Although both fighters are coming off victories in their previous octagon appearances, Nassourdine Imavov, ranked eighth and the favorite with odds of -140, will face Jared Cannonier, who is ranked fourth but seen as the underdog with odds of +115.

How much will Cannons and Imavov earn?

Jared Cannonier is set to earn a base salary of $80,000. Nassourdine Imavov's current salary hasn't been disclosed for this fight, but he previously earned $85,000 for past fights and $15,000 from sponsorships at UFC Vegas 67.

Dominick Reyes' highest pay was $350,000 at UFC 247 against Jon Jones. Dustin Jacoby's estimated base salary is around $50,000 per fight, and Raul Rosas Jr. has a base salary of approximately $50,000.

Recent fight results for Jared Cannonier

Cannonier debuted in UFC in April 2016 as a heavyweight before moving to the light heavyweight division, where he had a 3-3 record. He eventually found his place in the middleweight division (185 lbs), where he has won seven out of nine fights.

"The Killa Gorilla" even challenged for the title in July 2022 but fell short. He is currently on a two-fight winning streak, having defeated Sean Strickland and Marvin Vettori in his last two matches.

Recent fight results for Nassourdine Imavov

Imavov made his promotional debut in UFC in October 2020 and quickly secured four wins in his first five fights, earning a spot in the top 15 rankings. He defeated notable fighters such as Jordan Williams, Ian Heinisch, Edmen Shahbazyan, and Joaquin Buckley.

Despite a strong start, Imavov has won only one of his last three fights, including a no-contest against Chris Curtis and a loss to Strickland. His most recent fight was a majority decision victory over Roman Dolidze in February.

This fight is critical for both fighters as they look to climb the ranks in the highly competitive middleweight division.

Cannonier's experience and recent victories make him a formidable opponent, while Imavov's early career momentum and recent struggles add an intriguing dynamic to this matchup.

The outcome will not only determine their future rankings but also their potential path to a title shot.

What time is the UFC Fight Night: Cannonier vs Imavov?

The main card can be seen on ESPN+ beginning at 8 p.m. ET, with prelims on ESPN+ at 5 p.m.

There's also FightCenter, which offers live updates for every UFC event.