UFC ends KO and Submission of the Night awards
Key Questions
What change did UFC make to its bonus structure after Fight Night 273?
UFC discontinued individual KO and Submission of the Night awards. The shift focuses on Fight of the Night and crypto pots.
What performances stood out at UFC Winnipeg (Fight Night 273)?
Risers like Saricam, Barbosa, and Yannis had Round 1 KOs; Charles Jourdain won FOTN via UD over Phillips; Mike Malott got POTN for TKO over Burns at catchweight.
How does the bonus change impact fighters and hype?
It affects payouts and hype for risers. Monitor NJAC and announcements for further details on the new structure.
Discontinues individual KO/Sub OTN post-Winnipeg FN 273; risers Saricam/Barbosa/Yannis R1 KOs, Jourdain FOTN UD Phillips, Malott TKO Burns POTN (catchweight); shift to FOTN/crypto pots impacts risers/payouts/hype. Monitor NJAC/announcements.
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Updated Apr 21, 2026