UFC 331 delivered a memorable night at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. After a 26-second title change in December, Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja finally had their long-awaited rematch. Meanwhile, Arman Tsarukyan strengthened his case as the No. 1 contender, while a $50,000 “Proper Chaos Bonus” added another layer of excitement to an already stacked card.

With the action now in the books, the California State Athletic Commission has released the disclosed fighter payouts. The figures offer a closer look at how much the athletes earned on a night filled with high-stakes matchups and plenty of drama.

How Much Did Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja Earn?

Pantoja was officially entering UFC 331 as the better-paid fighter of the two, a fact confirmed by the disclosed pay-per-show amount. The former champion earned a guaranteed fixed paycheck of $650,000, whereas the current champion, Van, received a guaranteed fixed paycheck of $500,000.

However, it should be highlighted how much Van earned to reach this amount. Prior to his title bout, the fighter had been earning an average of $145,000 for each UFC appearance.

According to the sources, after beating Pantoja at UFC 323, his earnings exceeded the million-dollar mark. Both fighters were awarded an additional $100,000 for Fight of the Night at UFC 331. Van called out to the doubters afterward. “A lot of people said that was an accidental win the first time,” he said. “Now doubt me now.”

How Much Did Arman Tsarukyan and Mauricio Ruffy Earn at UFC 331?

Tsarukyan made his co-main event slot count. The lightweight contender earned a flat $350,000 for his first-round demolition of Ruffy, and he wasn’t done collecting. He also scooped up a $100,000 Performance of the Night bonus for the brutal elbow that folded Ruffy.

Ruffy, meanwhile, fought on a show-win deal: $110,000 to show, $110,000 if victorious. It was a tough night for the Brazilian, who walked into one of the most violent knockouts of the year. Tsarukyan wasn’t shy about what he wanted next. “Title fight or Mark Zuckerberg, I want to fight you next,” he joked after the fight. The man knows how to make an entrance.

UFC 331 Payouts for Patricio Pitbull, Dooho Choi and Other Fighters

Patricio “Pitbull” Freire looked every bit like the dominant fighter fans remembered. The former Bellator champion earned $400,000 for his first-round victory over Dooho Choi, including $200,000 to show, $200,000 to win, and a $25,000 finishing bonus. Choi, meanwhile, took home a disclosed $85,000 flat purse.

Instead of being the future star of the heavyweights, Gable Steveson became a YouTube highlight reel for Sean Sharaf, who put him down in 12 seconds. Steveson still left with $160,000, and Sharaf got his double paycheck for the Proper Chaos Bonus and Dana White’s matching contribution for a total of $220,000 ($60,000 show-win, $100,000 bonus).

Marlon Vera broke a four-fight losing streak and took home $400,000 ($200,000 to show, $200,000 to win) plus a $25,000 finishing bonus from his TKO over Charles Jourdain. Alonzo Menifield took $310,000 for a split decision win over Iwo Baraniewski. Even with the worst run of form in the history of veterans, Tai Tuivasa managed to get paid $350,000.

UFC 331 Full Payouts: Confirmed Earnings for Every Fighter

According to the California State Athletic Commission, Alexandre Pantoja led the UFC 331 payout list with $650,000, followed by Joshua Van at $500,000. Patricio Freire and Marlon Vera each earned $400,000, while Arman Tsarukyan and Tai Tuivasa took home $350,000 apiece. Alonzo Menifield earned $310,000, followed by Edmen Shahbazyan ($250,000) and Robelis Despaigne ($200,000).

Other notable payouts included Gable Steveson ($160,000), Joanderson Brito ($158,000), Casey O’Neill ($132,000), and Mauricio Ruffy ($110,000). Charles Jourdain earned $108,000, while Brunno Ferreira ($95,000) and Giga Chikadze ($93,000) rounded out the higher earners. Doo Ho Choi received $85,000, while Michael Aswell and Sean Sharaf each earned $60,000.

Iwo Baraniewski took home $50,000, followed by Eduarda Moura ($33,000), Ryan Gandra ($28,000), Ozzy Diaz ($25,000), and JooSang Yoo ($12,000).

UFC 331 Bonuses and Additional Fighter Earnings

The bonuses made UFC 331 even more rewarding for several fighters. Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja each earned an additional $100,000 for Fight of the Night, while Arman Tsarukyan and Casey O’Neill received $100,000 Performance of the Night bonuses.

O’Neill’s armbar submission against Eduarda Moura helped secure her bonus. Sean Sharaf also walked away with an extra $100,000 after his 12-second knockout, combining the Proper Chaos Bonus with Dana White’s personal contribution.

UFC 331 also highlighted how a fighter’s earnings don’t always align with championship gold. Although Joshua Van held the belt, Alexandre Pantoja collected the larger disclosed payout. Arman Tsarukyan further strengthened his position in the lightweight division, while Patricio Pitbull showed he could still deliver inside the Octagon.

Sharaf, meanwhile, transformed a lightning-fast knockout into a six-figure payday. However, disclosed payouts represent only part of a fighter’s total earnings. Pay-per-view points, private agreements, and other undisclosed compensation could significantly change the final figures, offering a broader picture of what fighters took home from the event.