The UFC is doubling its standard fight night bonuses to $100,000 and introducing a new $25,000 payout for every finish. This new structure takes effect immediately, starting with UFC 324 this Saturday in Las Vegas. The promotion traditionally awards four $50,000 bonuses per event for top performances and fight of the night.

CEO Dana White teased the increase following the promotion's new $7.7 billion broadcast deal with Paramount Skydance. The move aims to reward aggressive, fan-friendly fights and gives every athlete with a finish a financial stake, even if they don't land one of the top bonuses.

Fighters like Justin Gaethje, who leads active roster members with 14 bonuses, stand to benefit. The change could influence fight strategies across the card, potentially leading to more aggressive approaches as fighters chase the new finish incentive. The new bonus era begins with a high-profile card headlined by Gaethje vs. Pimblett.