World Boxing Council - Teams & Player Salaries

The average purse for a title fight sanctioned by the World Boxing Council (WBC) in 2025 is around $1 million, while top fighters can earn between $5 million and $30 million per bout, depending on their popularity and the significance of the match. Major events promoted by the WBC can generate substantial revenue, with some fights bringing in over $100 million in total earnings, including pay-per-view sales and sponsorship deals. We analyze each WBC titleholder to show how much every fighter earns through their contracts and fight purses. A typical fighter contract with the WBC includes a defined fight purse, the number of title defenses, performance-related bonuses, and a potential rematch clause. For example, Canelo Álvarez signed a lucrative deal with a promotional company that guarantees him a base purse of $35 to $45 million per fight. However, his earnings can increase significantly based on pay-per-view shares and performance bonuses tied to the number of rounds fought, knockouts achieved, and overall fight ratings.