Who Is Paying Conor McGregor $250 Million to Fight Logan Paul in a Boxing Match?

When the numbers involved are as eye-watering as $250 million, one can’t help but lean in, ears perked and eyes wide, to figure out just who’s cutting those massive checks. UFC icon Conor McGregor, a man whose name has become synonymous with controversy, charisma, and controversy, is on the brink of yet another colossal payday.

This time, it’s in a boxing ring, facing none other than social media maven-turned-wrestler Logan Paul, in a bout set to take place in the land of spices, cricket, and Bollywood: India.

Conor McGregor in Jimmy Kimmel Live | Credits: Jimmy Kimmel Live YouTube

The countdown is on for 2025, when McGregor, the first fighter in UFC history to hold simultaneous dual-weight world championships, will step into the ring against Logan Paul, the YouTube sensation-turned WWE star.

But here’s the kicker: McGregor alone is set to pocket a staggering $250 million. So, who’s footing this astronomical bill? Spoiler: Word on the street is that the man backing this epic spectacle is none other than the world’s 18th richest person at the time of writing. Care to take a guess?

Conor McGregor set to earn $250 million for 2025 bout with Logan Paul

It’s no secret that Conor McGregor has a knack for making headlines. So when he recently dropped a bombshell on social media about stepping into the ring with Logan Paul in 2025, the internet practically combusted. But both are reportedly set to earn $250 million each for this exhibition match, as we learned from the Daily Mail.

Yes, you read that correctly—a quarter of a billion dollars to lace up gloves for a bout against the YouTube sensation-turned-WWE star. So, who’s bankrolling this astronomical figure? The answer, quite fittingly, points to the Ambani family, the titans of the Indian industrial sector.

Led by Mukesh Ambani, India’s wealthiest man and the ninth richest person on the planet, the Ambanis are known for their enormous influence and, of course, their deep pockets. It turns out they’re the ones spending huge bucks on the fight.

The bout, set to take place at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium—home to 33,000 screaming fans—is shaping up to be one of the biggest spectacles in combat sports history.

Logan Paul | Credit: Screengrab/Logan Paul/YouTube

Mukesh Ambani’s wealth is staggering. According to Forbes, his net worth stands at an impressive $94.8 billion. He serves as the Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries, one of India’s largest and most influential conglomerates. The bulk of his wealth comes from his 42% stake in the publicly listed Reliance Industries, a leading conglomerate in India.

While some purists in the combat sports world have been quick to criticize the move, citing McGregor’s UFC contract and the perceived spectacle of it all, McGregor himself seems excited about the opportunity. He confirmed his deal with the Ambani family and stated that the match would be part of the Visit India tourism campaign. 

But Floyd Mayweather’s historic payday still reigns supreme?

But let’s talk about the money. Conor McGregor’s reported $250 million is no small change. In fact, it’s one of the largest payouts in the history of combat sports—though not the biggest. 

Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather on The Pivot Podcast | Credit: YouTube

The crown for the highest boxing payday goes to none other than Floyd Mayweather. In 2017, he topped Forbes’ list of highest-paid athletes, outearning even global superstars like Cristiano Ronaldo, LeBron James, and Lionel Messi.

While the trio raked in a combined $259 million from their stellar careers and endorsement deals, Mayweather blew that figure out of the water in a single night. His cut from the fight alone amounted to nearly $275 million. On top of that, he pocketed an extra $10 million from endorsements, appearances, and memorabilia, bringing his total haul for the night to a mind-boggling $285 million.

While McGregor has a reputation for stirring up controversy, his business acumen can’t be denied. From his historic UFC career to his money-making boxing match against Mayweather in 2017, McGregor has proven time and again that he knows how to make a fight profitable. Logan Paul, too, isn’t exactly a stranger to headlines—his rise from YouTube to the boxing ring has been nothing short of impressive, albeit often overshadowed by his outlandish antics. Together, these two are a marketing machine, and their fight promises to be a massive global spectacle.

No matter your stance on the fighters, the event itself promises to be a wild ride. With the Ambanis backing it and McGregor’s ever-flamboyant style at the helm, this boxing match is bound to make waves. You’ll definitely be watching when the bell rings in 2025.