UFC president Dana White recently announced that Hall of Famer Mark Coleman will have the honor of presenting the BMF championship to the winner of the Justin Gaethje vs. Max Holloway fight at UFC 300. Coleman, who is 59 years old, has shown tremendous resilience after coming out of a coma following a heroic rescue of his parents from a house fire in Toledo, Ohio. This incredible act of bravery and strength has garnered admiration from the UFC community and fans alike.
Max Holloway, one of the fighters set to compete at UFC 300, referred to Coleman as the “real life BMF.” This gesture of respect and recognition for Coleman’s bravery laid the groundwork for the idea of him presenting the BMF championship at the event. The fact that both Holloway and Gaethje, his opponent, supported this idea speaks volumes about the high regard in which Coleman is held within the MMA world.
In an exciting development, Dana White also announced that the fight night bonuses for UFC 300 would be increased from the standard $50,000 to a record $300,000. This decision was made after a media member inquired about the possibility of raising the bonuses. The fighters on stage enthusiastically participated in the discussion, ultimately agreeing on the $300,000 figure. This significant increase in bonuses is a testament to the UFC’s commitment to rewarding the athletes for their hard work and dedication.
Despite not being on the UFC 300 card, Conor McGregor, who is eyeing a summer bout with Michael Chandler, took to social media to commend the UFC for the enhanced bonuses. McGregor’s endorsement of the decision reflects the positive impact it has had on the fighters and the overall excitement surrounding the event. This increased bonus pool is set to elevate the stakes and competitiveness of the fights at UFC 300.
Before UFC 300, the largest fight night bonus awarded was $160,000, given to Diego Sanchez and Martin Kampmann for their epic Fight of the Night at UFC on Versus 3 in 2011. While UFC 100 handed out $100,000 bonuses, UFC 200 reverted to the standard $50,000 bonus format. The decision to raise the bonuses to $300,000 for UFC 300 marks a significant milestone in the history of the promotion and sets a new benchmark for future events.
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