UFC middleweight Derek Brunson took to Twitter and chimed in on the ongoing issue of fighter pay in the UFC. Chiefly, Jon Jones’ continuing battle over his contract to fight Francis Ngannou has brought a widespread conversation about fighter pay. This has seemingly become a regular feature for Jones ever since the summer of 2020.

Derek Brunson weighed in on the matter and had a unique perspective about the same. From Brunson’s point of view, focusing on fighters from the perspective of megastars made little sense, as he prefers to look at things from the viewpoint of the fighters who live paycheck to paycheck.

Fighters like Jorge Masvidal and Conor McGregor have come out and gone to war with the promotion over their pay. While some fighters do it behind closed doors, certain athletes choose a more public forum for discussion. However, there’s no denying that the rules are different for mid-card level fighters and named athletes like Jon Jones.

‘Conor F*ck U’- Nate Diaz Trolls Conor McGregor on Twitter for Big Talk

Jon Jones vs the UFC: An update

‘Bones’ Jones is currently locked in a contentious battle with the organization over pay disputes with no end in sight. It all went down immediately after Francis Ngannou captured the heavyweight championship from Stipe Miocic. ‘The Predator’ KO’ed Miocic and turned his attention towards Jon Jones, who has been waiting in the wings to make his debut.

However, things aren’t what they once were and Jones is looking to get paid serious money to fight Ngannou. He came out on social media and turned down the UFC’s flat-fee offer of $8-$10 million. Jones has been pushing to receive ‘Conor McGregor’ money, and it remains to be seen if that will happen.

Trending

“He Cannot Push Me” – Islam Makhachev Exposed 6-Time Wrestling Champ Jordan Burroughs in Front of Daniel Cormier Last Year

April 22, 2024 09:38 AM EDT

Violently Threatening Conor McGregor Takes a Bad Turn for 50 Cent as UFC World Condemns Rapper After Beef Resurfaces

April 23, 2024 01:53 PM EDT

“Bubble Gut From High HGH Abuse” – Joe Rogan’s Dire Health Concern Flares Up as Fans Worry About UFC Commentator

April 16, 2024 05:03 AM EDT

Is Ian Garry vs. Colby Covington Confirmed at Conor McGregor’s UFC 303 Card? Fans React After Leaked Rumors

April 24, 2024 08:02 PM EDT

UFC 304 Manchester Card’s Disappointing News Leaves Pros & Fans Upset Over Rumored Tom Aspinall, Leon Edwards’ Event

April 24, 2024 09:20 PM EDT

Get instantly notified of the hottest UFC stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.

Follow Us

Jones vs Ngannou is a massive fight on paper and could potentially sell close to 2 million pay-per-view buys. However, as it stands, it’s very possible that the UFC could simply leapfrog ‘Bones’ and turn to another contender. Fighters like Derrick Lewis are waiting on the sidelines for their opportunity and will probably match the UFC’s offer.

Jones’ battle with the UFC about pay reflects a struggle faced solely by the biggest stars in the sport. Mid-level talent and fighters on the preliminary card face a different kind of struggle all together as Derek Brunson pointed out.