UFC vs Boxing
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Boxing
Traditional combat sport, centuries old, highest PPV revenue
Traditional combat sports fans and pure striking
Short Answer
Boxing is the traditional combat sport with centuries of history and major PPV events (Mayweather earned $300M+ in one night). The UFC has grown rapidly since 2001 and is now the dominant MMA promotion, generating $1B+ annually. Boxing leads in prize money; UFC in modern popularity.
Our Verdict
Boxing for history, tradition, and top-dollar paydays. UFC for excitement, modern growth, and variety of fighting styles. Both are globally popular.
Choose UFC if
Mixed martial arts fans and action seekers
Choose Boxing if
Traditional combat sports fans and pure striking
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Key Differences at a Glance
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Fighter Pay (Top Earner): Boxing wins ($300M+ (Mayweather) vs $20-50M per event)
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Action Per Fight: UFC wins (High (multiple finishes) vs More tactical)
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PPV Revenue (Peak): UFC wins ($700M (McGregor-Khabib) vs $600M (Mayweather-Pacquiao))
Key Facts & Figures
| Metric | UFC | Boxing | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Revenue (Promotion)(USD) | $1 Billion+ (UFC) | Fragmented | +100% |
All figures sourced from publicly available data. Last updated May 2026.
Key Differences
UFC
Attribute
Boxing
$20-50M per event
Fighter Pay (Top Earner)
$300M+ (Mayweather)🏆
High (multiple finishes)🏆
Action Per Fight
More tactical
$700M (McGregor-Khabib)🏆
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Last updated: March 19, 2026Human reviewed
