The issue of fighter pay has been a long-standing problem in the UFC. Many fighters have voiced their concerns over the years about the lack of financial compensation for the physical and mental toll they endure. The fighters put their lives on the line every time they step into the Octagon. Yet, they often feel that UFC does not pay them a pittance in comparison to other professional sports.
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However, it’s not just the fighters themselves who are bringing attention to this issue. Jake Paul, the controversial YouTube personality turned boxer, has also been a vocal advocate for fighter pay. Despite not being a part of the UFC, Paul has used his platform to shine a light on the issue. It seems some notable members of the MMA community are noticing his efforts.
Mark Hunt talks about Jake Paul
In a recent interview with ‘The Casual Fan Experience’, former UFC fighter Mark Hunt spoke about the fighters’ pay issue. “They go in the Octagon, get the f*cking crap beat out of them for measly dollars. They can’t even fight for their own f*cking rights.”
Jake Paul is a controversial figure, and this is why, fans rarely hear him being praised by someone. However, Hunt acknowledged Paul’s efforts to highlight this issue and even praised him.
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“I think Jake Paul, like a lot of these guys, just talks a lot. What he’s bringing to this is eyes, which is good. I feel it’s good. I think it’s a good thing that he’s making serious money (in boxing), because it goes to show how these UFC fighters are getting exploited”, Hunt said.
Mark Hunt’s UFC career
Mark Hunt was a heavyweight fighter in the UFC who competed from 2010 to 2018. He had a mixed record in the UFC, with some notable wins and losses. He holds a record of 13 wins, 14 losses, 1 NC, and 1 draw. Hunt has defeated some of the biggest names in UFC, such as Stipe Miocic, Derrick Lewis, Frank Mir, and many more.
Some of his other notable fights were against fighters like Curtis Blaydes and Brock Lesnar. Hunt himself had some contract issues with UFC in 2014. Although Hunt and UFC resolved them later.
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The issue of fighter pay is a complex and ongoing problem in the UFC. Many fighters have spoken out about it over the years. Jake Paul‘s efforts to bring attention to the issue seem to be noteworthy, at least according to Mark Hunt.
