Conor McGregor vs Logan Paul Fight Purse: Is It the Highest Payout in Boxing History?

Alright, let’s call a spade a spade—this is shaping up to be an absolute barnburner. A clash of the titans, you might say, but not the kind you’re used to seeing in the squared circle.

In one corner, you’ve got Conor McGregor, a UFC legend who made his mark as the first-ever dual-weight world champion. And in the other, Logan Paul—a man who carved out his own lane in the boxing world and WWE, and arguably does just as much for the sport outside of the ring as he does inside of it.

And, if the rumors are to be believed, these two are set to face off in 2025 on the grand stage of Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium. Oh, and the paycheck?

Conor McGregor in Road House | Credits: Prime Video

Well, the reported payout will be $250 million. Both McGregor and Paul are rumored to pocket this eye-popping sum, making this bout one of the most financially lucrative events in combat sports ever.  And this isn’t a pipe dream either. Behind this jaw-dropping sum stands a man who knows how to make the impossible possible—Mukesh Ambani, the 18th richest person in the world (at the time of writing), per Forbes. If anyone can afford to bankroll a spectacle of this magnitude, it’s him.

But here’s the million-dollar question (literally) on everyone’s lips: Could this be the highest payout in boxing history?

Who secured the highest payout in boxing history?

While Logan Paul and Conor McGregor might be gearing up to throw verbal and physical jabs and grab huge paychecks, they are from the highest-paid boxers ever. That title goes to boxing legend Floyd Mayweather, who in 2017 ranked at the top of Forbes’ highest-paid athletes’ list, surpassing even the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, LeBron James, and Lionel Messi.

The trio earned a combined $259 million from their long seasons on the pitch and court, along with their endorsement deals. However, Mayweather surpassed their total earnings in just one night.

Floyd Mayweather | Credit: Instagram / @floydmayweather

Dubbed and marketed as The Money Fight and The Biggest Fight in Combat Sports History, Mayweather and McGregor clashed at T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada, on August 26, 2017, in the light middleweight category (154 lbs). The fight was scheduled to go on for twelve rounds and achieved the second-highest pay-per-view buy rate in history, second only to Mayweather vs. Pacquiao. Mayweather pocketed a massive $275 million pay day for the hugely anticipated showdown.

Mayweather would go on to win the bout in the 10th round itself, knocking out a fatigued McGregor with a hard left and one final hook. That night, Mayweather surpassed the 49–0 record of Hall of Famer Rocky Marciano with his 50th win (50-0), cementing his legacy in the annals of boxing history.

More details on Conor McGregor and Logan Paul’s $500 million showdown

Conor McGregor is reportedly locking horns with Logan Paul in one of the most anticipated fights in combat sports. This time, they are set to duke it out in 2025 at Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium, and it’s shaping up to be a real money-spinner (per Daily Mail).

Logan Paul | Credit: Screengrab/Logan Paul/YouTube

Both men are no strangers to the spotlight. McGregor, of course, is a household name. The first fighter to hold two UFC belts at the same time, he has also been involved in some of the biggest pay-per-view events in sports history. From his famous boxing bout with Floyd Mayweather to his rise through the UFC ranks, McGregor knows how to deliver both in the ring and at the bank.

But let’s not forget Logan Paul. The YouTube sensation turned professional boxer has been setting personal milestones in the world of combat sports. And with WWE appearances under his belt, it’s clear Paul isn’t one to shy away from the spotlight. But this fight with McGregor is on another level altogether—literally.

The event is set to take place at the famed Wankhede Stadium, a venue that has witnessed many thrilling cricket matches, but this time it’ll be the stage for one of the largest paydays in sports history.

The Ambani family, India’s financial royalty, will host the event, which is expected to be a major attraction for both locals and tourists, thanks to the country’s ‘Visit India’ tourism campaign. With 33,000 seats at Wankhede Stadium, the atmosphere is going to be electric. It’ll be a night that fans will remember for a long time—if not forever.

And if the reports are true, McGregor’s already given his stamp of approval. He took to X (formerly Twitter) to repost the details of the fight alongside an Indian flag and a heart emoji. 

It seems like the deal’s all but done. For a man who’s no stranger to shocking the world, McGregor’s love for India may just be the cherry on top of this exciting saga.

If the fight delivers even half the intensity of the promotion, then you’ll want to make sure you’re watching when the action goes down in Mumbai. In a sport that’s always looking for the next big thing, this showdown is poised to be a game-changer.

While McGregor and Paul aren’t exactly conventional contenders, this will surely be a fight to remember.