Alright, so today’s topic is all about the money, specifically, “how much did Charlo make”. I’m gonna walk you through how I dug into this, because figuring out fighter pay is always a bit of a treasure hunt.
First things first, I started with the obvious: Google. I punched in “Jermell Charlo fight earnings” and similar phrases. You get a bunch of articles, forum discussions, and sometimes, lucky for you, some actual numbers thrown around.
Next up, checking the reliable sources: I always try to cross-reference anything I find online. Sites like BoxRec are decent for confirming fight records and sometimes have purse information, but it’s not always complete or verified. Sports news outlets that cover boxing extensively (ESPN, for example) are usually better bets, especially if they have investigative reporters digging into the details.
Now, here’s where it gets a little tricky: Officially disclosed purses are often just the tip of the iceberg. Fighters can also make money from:
- Pay-per-view (PPV) revenue: If the fight was a big enough draw, Charlo would have gotten a percentage of the PPV buys. This can be a huge chunk of change.
- Sponsorships: Logos on his shorts, banners in the ring, etc. These deals add up.
- Bonuses: Sometimes there are performance-based bonuses written into the contract.
So, how do you find that information? That’s where insider knowledge and educated guesses come in. Sometimes, whispers leak out through boxing media or on social media (take those with a grain of salt, obviously). Looking at similar fighters’ deals can also give you a ballpark estimate.
What I found (generally): For his bigger fights, like against Canelo, the guaranteed purse was significant. Then you have to tack on the potential PPV upside, sponsorships, etc. The final number would be a combination of these factors.
The bottom line: Figuring out the exact amount a boxer makes is tough without being privy to the contracts. But by piecing together public information, cross-referencing with reliable sources, and considering the various income streams, you can get a pretty good idea of the ballpark figure.
Hope that helps you understand the process! It’s not always easy, but with enough digging, you can usually get a sense of the financial picture for these big fights.
