Professional fighters earn substantial sums through their combat sports careers. The highest-paid athletes in this arena in 2019 comprised of dominant heavyweights, skilled middleweights, a prominent UFC competitor, and a seasoned fighter who consistently seeks formidable opponents.
The most financially successful fighters in 2019 were:
Gennady Golovkin: This middleweight boxer earned $25.5 million
Manny Pacquiao: The welterweight boxing champion brought in $26 million
Deontay Wilder: The heavyweight boxing champion raked in $30.5 million
Conor McGregor: The lightweight MMA contender earned $47 million and declared his retirement during the year
Anthony Joshua: This heavyweight challenger earned $55 million
Saul “Canelo” Alvarez: The middleweight boxing champion earned an impressive $94 million
