“I See Why MMA Fighters Call Out Boxers”: Reports of Canelo Alvarez’s $50 Million Purse Lands Dana White in Hot Waters as “Boring Fight” Earnings Stun Combat Fans

Boxing or MMA? For many, the question weighs less on the thrill of the sport and more on the cash. Canelo Alvarez, a stalwart in the boxing ring, pocketed a whopping $50 million for his face-off against Jermell Charlo. Now, if you’re thinking that’s quite the pretty penny, you’d be spot on. For what was called a “boring fight” by some, this seemed to be yet another example for those who closely follow MMA and UFC to point out the disparity in earnings between MMA fighters and boxers.

As they took to social media to voice their opinions, one can only imagine what must be going through Dana White’s head. The revelation of Canelo’s paycheck has stirred the pot, leaving many astounded and others questioning the value. Was the fight really one for the big bucks?

Fans break down the Boxing-MMA pay disparity

Canelo Alvarez, widely regarded as a modern boxing legend, recently clinched another victory against Jermell Charlo. While this win was noteworthy in itself, it’s the revelation of his jaw-dropping $50 million earnings that set the combat sports world abuzz. The magnanimous figure, shared by Mostly MMA, inspired many fan reactions.

One fan humorously insinuated that the astonishing paydays in boxing could be the driving force behind MMA fighters’ desires to challenge boxers.

Additionally, there was a tongue-in-cheek remark by another fan. Suggesting that even the UFC couldn’t come close to matching such payout figures.

Highlighting the huge number, another observation underscored that doubling the last paycheck of Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis against Ryan Garcia wouldn’t even equal Canelo’s earnings. This sentiment seemed to challenge the idea of Tank being hailed as the new face of boxing.

However, not all reactions were in sheer awe of Canelo’s earnings. One fan expected even more, advocating that as a living legend of the sport, Canelo’s earnings per fight should cross the $100 million mark.

Meanwhile, contrasting this enthusiasm, another fan opined that the fight lacked excitement. Labeling it as “boring” despite the massive payout.

The varied reactions highlight the complex relationship between entertainment value, athlete reputation, and the ensuing compensation in the world of combat sports. As Canelo’s recent earnings make waves, they offer a lens into the intricacies of sports fandom and financial dynamics.

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How do you, as a fan, quantify the worth of a fight? Is it the thrill of the sport, the stature of the athletes, or the figure on the paycheck that matters most?

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