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Lawyers for the plaintiffs in the UFC antitrust settlement confirmed that most of the $375 million fund have been paid.
Over 90% of the eligible roster has been compensated, although small group of fighters remains in “limbo.” The settlement—which specifically addresses the Le v. Zuffa class of athletes who fought for the promotion between 2010 and 2017—was officially greenlit in March 2025.
“We are working around the clock to distribute settlement payments to the remaining claimants,” Berger Montague said
The lead law firm, Berger Montague, provided a detailed breakdown of the capital that has already left the settlement escrow: $237,386,515.53 has been officially paid out to date, covering 984 fighters in 44 different countries. Approximately 35 elite claimants are set to receive individual payouts exceeding $1 million at an average of $250,000. Despite this being the case, the following factors have impacted payouts.
The Issues
Sanctions (OFAC): Seventeen fighters are currently unable to receive their funds because they reside in nations under U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions.
Lien and Divorce Disputes: Ten fighters are currently locked in internal legal battles that could be liens filed by the IRS.
Estate & Inheritance Issues: Because the lawsuit was filed way back in 2014, several eligible fighters have unfortunately passed away.
Unpaid Child Support: A number of payouts are being manually reviewed due to outstanding child support obligations.
Implications
The payout confirms that the legal strategy worked on the most part. By compensating 984 fighters across 44 countries, the settlement proves that a mass class action can work. For many “journeyman” fighters who competed between 2010 and 2017, these checks may represent more than their entire career earnings combined.
Finally, the sheer scale of the capital leaving escrow—over $237 million already paid—serves as a financial warning to other sports promotions. Emerging promotions like the PFL or ONE Championship may look at this $375 million figure and realize that aggressive long-term exclusivity contracts, if found to be anti-competitive, are a possible liability.
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