Curtis Blaydes Net Worth in 2024: How much is he worth?

Curtis Lionell Blaydes is a professional mixed martial artist from America. He currently fights in the UFC’s Heavyweight division. Blaydes has been a professional since 2014 and formerly competed for the Resurrection Fighting Alliance (RFA). Curtis Blaydes has participated in several notable fights in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Blaydes has fought some of the greatest names in the sport and has established himself as a staple in the heavyweight class.

When Blaydes made his MMA debut, he was 23 years old. He made his debut on May 31, 2014, against Lorenzo Hood at XFO 51 after competing in and winning all five of his amateur bouts. The heavyweight defeated Hood via TKO after a medical stoppage. He also used a TKO to win his following four matches. After winning all five of his MMA matches, Blaydes entered the UFC.

Curtis BLaydes’ Net Worth

Curtis Blaydes’ strong career in the UFC has contributed to his $2 million projected net worth as of 2024. The majority of his income has come from the UFC. He also earns through brand sponsorships and endorsements.

Blaydes’ quest for the title gold will provide him ample opportunity to add to his net worth. He would love to fight his way to the top against Tom Aspinall, against whom he already has a win.

Contracts and Salary

The heavyweight made $400,000 in his last fight against Sergei Pavlovich in 2023. Before that, he took on the current interim heavyweight champion, Tom Aspinall, and made $410,000 for his impressive KO victory.

Blaydes received $323,000 for his knockout victory over Chris Daukaus in 2022. He also had a win over Jairzinho Rozenstruik in 2021, where he earned $211,000. The American has come a long way since his debut fight at UFC Fight Night against Francis Ngannou where he made a total of $12,500. In his last fight, he made $336,000 after defeating Jailton Almeida at UFC 299.

Curtis Blaydes Combat Career

Curtis Blaydes came into the UFC on the back of an impressive record. The American made his debut in the UFC against the ferocious Francis Ngannou. He lost that bout via TKO but found his first win in his next fight against Cody East. After a No contest against Adam Milstead, he was able to go on a 4 fight win streak. This led to a rematch against Ngannou.

Unfortunately, the result was similar to their first fight, with Blaydes getting knocked out. He didn’t despair after the loss and went on another 4 fight-win streak. This set up a match against Derrick Lewis. However, Blaydes was on the receiving end of yet another knockout loss. This was followed by a 3 fight win streak, and then a loss against Sergei Pavlovich in 2023. Subsequently, he bounced back with a win at UFC 299 against Almeida.

Curtis Blaydes Brand Deals

Nicknamed the ‘Razor’, Blaydes has his website called Teamblaydes.com which primarily sells fan merchandise. Curtis reportedly often announces giveaways for fans as well.

The fighter is a veteran of the sport, having been with the UFC since 2016. As such, he attracts sponsors and brands that want to work with him. Unfortunately, that information is not available in the public domain.

Personal Life

The 33-year-old Blaydes was born on the 18th of February, 1991 in Naperville, Illinois. Not much information is known about Curtis’ parents.

He lives with his fiancee, Alexandria along with his daughter, Harlie. They have a residence in Lakewood, Colorado. Curtis is an avid gamer and usually posts gaming content on his social media.

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