UFC Fighter Pay $375 Million Class Action Settlement

Zuffa, LLC d/b/a Ultimate Fighting Championship and UFC

If you fought in one or more live professional UFC-promoted MMA bouts that took place or were broadcast in the United States between December 16, 2010 and June 30, 2017, you may qualify to submit a claim for a cash benefit of $15,000 or more from a class action settlement.

Zuffa, LLC, doing business as Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), has agreed to pay $375 million to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged anticompetitive conduct that plaintiffs claim artificially suppressed fighter pay during the class period.

Who is eligible for a UFC settlement payout?

You are a class member if you meet the following criteria:

You competed in one or more live professional UFC-promoted MMA bout or qualifying bout that took place or was broadcast in the United States between December 16, 2010 and June 30, 2017.
You are a resident or citizen of the United States, or, if you are not a U.S. resident or citizen, you were paid by the UFC for a bout fought in the United States during the qualifying period.

How much is the UFC fighter class action payment?

Pro Rata Cash Payment: All class members who submit a valid claim will receive at least $15,000.
According to the Plan of Allocation, it is estimated each fighter may receive between 40% and 80% of their total individual UFC earnings during the qualifying period. Final payment amount will be determined by several factors, including:

Your total UFC compensation for participating in bouts during the qualifying period.
The total number of UFC bouts you fought during the class period.

How to claim a UFC settlement payout

To receive a class action rebate, class members must submit a claim form by the deadline of June 16, 2025. You can file a claim online through the settlement website. Or, you can complete the claim form included with your official settlement notice and mail it to the settlement administrator.

Settlement Administrator's mailing address: UFC Fighter Class Action, c/o Claims Administrator, 1650 Arch Street, Suite 2210, Philadelphia, PA 19103

If you believe you are an eligible class member and did not receive a notice, you should contact the settlement administrator directly to request a claim form.

Required information and documentation

Notice ID and Confirmation Code from official settlement notice required to submit a claim.
Claim forms are pre-populated with each class member's individual UFC records.

Class members that agree with the populated information and calculations are not required to submit proof.
Class members that disagree with the populated information and calculations must identity what is incorrect and include supporting documentation.

Payout options (how the class members can get paid)

Approved claimants can select from these payment options:

Electronic wire transfer
Paper check mailed to the address provided

$375 Million settlement fund

The $375,000,000 settlement fund includes the following payments:

Settlement administration costs: To be determined
Attorneys' fees: $115,200,000 plus interest
Attorneys' litigation expenses: $9,572,685.17
Service awards to class representatives: $250,000 each for five representatives, a total of $1,250,000
Payment of individual award to Nathan Quarry: $250,000
Payments to approved claimants: Remaining settlement funds

Important dates

Fairness Hearing: February 6, 2025
Final Approval Date: March 3, 2025
Deadline to File a Claim: June 16, 2025

When is the UFC Fighter class action settlement payout date?

The court granted final approval on March 3, 2025 and there were no appeals filed. Payments will be issued to class members with valid claims after the claim deadline passes and processing is complete.

Why did this class action lawsuit happen?

The class action lawsuit alleged that the UFC engaged in anticompetitive conduct that allowed it to suppress fighter pay. Plaintiffs claimed the UFC used exclusive contracts, acquired rival promotions, and coerced fighters into long-term deals, which reduced competition and led to lower compensation for fighters.

The UFC denied any wrongdoing, asserting that its actions were pro-competitive and that it increased fighter pay over time. All parties involved agreed to a settlement in order to avoid the expense of continuing litigation and a possible trial.