The name ‘Borz’ means wolf in Chechen, the language of Khamzat Chimaev‘s home country. And there could be no better word to describe the UFC middleweight’s fighting style! His move to the UFC in 2020 was nothing short of spectacular. Chimaev made headlines with back-to-back wins just ten days apart, setting a modern UFC record. The hype surrounding him was palpable, and he didn’t disappoint.

With his wrestling background and relentless ground-and-pound style, fans couldn’t help but compare him to the legendary Khabib Nurmagomedov. Yet, Chimaev brought his own flair to the Octagon, blending raw power with technical prowess. With his spectacular rise to stardom, the fans have also been curious to know more about his financial success in the MMA sphere, so let’s dive in and explore all we know about his career earnings, net worth, and more.

What is Khamzat Chimaev’s net worth in 2024?

Have you ever wondered what sparks someone to pursue a career in fighting? For Khamzat Chimaev, it was a 15-minute break while working a night shift that changed the trajectory of his life. In an interview with ESPN before UFC 267, Chimaev shared that while watching Conor McGregor’s historic performance against Jose Aldo at UFC 194 he was struck with a thought.

‘Borz’ revealed,”I always look at that like if the guys make so many money like millions and this stuff, why I can’t do it now. I’m a fighter, I’m a warrior and I have something special inside me. I had to find some way and take out this to show to the people.”

The 15-minute break would lead him down a path that saw him go from an undefeated amateur to competing in Brave Combat Federation and eventually, under the UFC banner. Throughout his journey, he has managed to amass an estimated net worth of 3 million dollars in 2024, according to MMA Salaries.

While it’s important to note that all figures provided in the article are estimations based on publicly available sources, the path from working night shifts to making millions highlights Khamzat Chimaev’s determination to make his dreams come true. The Chechen warrior is a must-see for MMA fans whenever he steps into the cage and his pay-outs from his UFC debut to his last fight show the growth he has made in his MMA journey so far!

How much money does Khamzat Chimaev make? Top UFC payouts

When an undefeated Khamzat Chimaev arrived in the UFC in 2020, few could have predicted the performances that the fans would witness. For his first fight, he took on John Phillips at UFC on ESPN 13. What happened in the fight? It took ‘Borz’ just 2 rounds to announce his arrival by submitting Philips with a brabo choke!

For the first fight, he secured a base salary of $16,000 and the same amount as the win bonus. But he also got a $50,000 ‘Performance of the Night’ award, and $4,000 in sponsorship payments bringing his total payout for his first UFC outing to $86,000.

However, that was just the beginning. As ‘Borz’ continued his onslaught on the UFC roster, his finances grew to reflect his rising stock in the promotion. In fact, for his second fight against Rhys Mckee at UFC on ESPN 14, just 10 days after his debut, Chimaev secured a significant bump to his base salary with a $30,000 purse and the same amount as his win bonus. Adding up the performance bonus and sponsorship money, he walked away with a hefty purse of $114,000 in his second UFC appearance.

The biggest leap for his income came when he took on Kevin Holland at UFC 279 in 2022 where he walked away with a base salary of $1,000,000! But Chimaev wasn’t done yet. At UFC 294 in 2023, he took on former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman after his original opponent, Paulo Costa, had to withdraw on short notice from the event.

With a majority decision win after 3 rounds against ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’, Chimaev took home a base salary of $750,000 and a win bonus of the same figure. But he also got an estimated PPV pay-out of $850,000, and a sponsorship payment of $6,000 bringing his total earnings for that fight to $2,356,000, the highest of his career so far!

With each fight, ‘Borz’ has not only solidified his reputation as one of the most dangerous fighters in the UFC but also built an impressive financial portfolio. From his dominant performances to his headline-worthy paydays, Chimaev’s star continues to shine brighter and it has also led to some significant endorsement deals for the UFC fighter.

Who endorses Khamzat Chimaev?

Khamzat Chimaev isn’t just a force inside the Octagon; he’s making moves outside it too! From perfumes to energy drinks, Chimaev’s name is attached to a range of brands. Smilodox, a popular clothing brand, has partnered with him, ensuring that ‘Borz’ brings his sharp, fearless attitude to their attire.

But that’s not all. He’s also lending his name to Superz Budapest, a perfume company, and YOFLEET, a car rental service. Even Dragon Energy has tapped into Chimaev’s fierce persona. With his medical endorsement from Pain Pen, Chimaev’s sponsorships are as diverse as his fighting skill set.

For his next fight, Khamzat Chimaev will be stepping into the cage against Robert Whittaker at UFC 308. The two were previously scheduled to fight on June 22 at UFC on ABC 6 but ‘Borz’ was forced out due to health complications he suffered in training camp. Now, with a chance to get a win over a former middleweight champion, it remains to be seen if ‘Borz’ can continue his hunt for the middleweight crown as he takes on ‘The Reaper’ at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on October 26!