Even though he lost to Poirier, McGregor got richer

ABU DHABI - Conor McGregor may lose the fight at UFC 257. However, his pocket will be even thicker after the fight against Justin Poirier which took place in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Sunday (24/1) afternoon. McGregor was beaten in the second rounde when helpless to Poirier's barrage of attack.

When making sure to sign a contract to compete in the octagon at UFC 257, McGregor has already secured a guaranteed income of five million US dollars (Rp 70 billion). Meanwhile, Dustin Poirier only pocketed one million US dollars (Rp 14 billion).

This income will increase after the income from pay-per-view (ppv) broadcasting rights is calculated, plus sponsorship money. After everything is calculated and paid for, according to Marca's calculations, McGregor is expected to get 20 million US dollars (Rp. 280 billion) from this fight alone.

McGregor and Poirier meet for the second time in their careers at UFC 257 on Sunday. Earlier in 2014, the Notorious won its first fight. But Poirier did the perfect revans.

McGregor started the fight well. In the first rounde he mastered the fight and the pressure was difficult for Poirier to control. But disaster struck in the second rounde. He could not withstand Poirier's attack until he fell.

Poirier's repeated kicks to McGregor's forward leg successfully slowed the Notorious attack. At the same time, Poirier took advantage of his powerful punch to knock McGregor down.