Tai Tuivasa is an up-and-coming fighter in the Heavyweight division in the UFC. Also known as “Bam Bam”, the Australian fighter is currently one of the most exciting fighters in his division.
After making an electric start to life in the UFC, Tuivasa (14-3-0) has become a sizeable threat in his division. As time went on, Tai improved his resume with names like Andrei Arlovski and Augusto Sakai. Despite currently being #11 in his division, Tuivasa looks determined to keep growing and eventually claim his place at the top of the division.
Known for his heavy hands and ‘shoey’ celebrations, Tai is sure to have made good money from his fights. Thus, the only question in people’s minds will be: How much did he earn? Well, let’s examine what are Tai Tuivasa career earnings through salary, purse, payouts, bonuses, incentive pay, sponsorship & what his net worth is.
Before we begin, here are some important things to keep in mind. Firstly, Texas State Athletic Commission does not release fighter pay, so none of the following payout data for the event is official. However, we can estimate a fighter’s pay info by looking at their previous, officially-released salaries.
Secondly, Tuivasa’s salary, incentive pay, and PPV revenue from his upcoming fight with Derrick Lewis are yet to be released. Hence, you can check back here for updates. With all that out of the way, let’s begin.
Tai Tuivasa Career Earnings
| Fighter | Result | Base Salary | Win Bonus | Performance Bonus | Incentive Pay/ Sponsorships | Total |
| Augusto Sakai | W | $75,000 | $75,000 | $50,000 | $6,000 | $206,000 |
| Greg Hardy | W | $70,000 | $70,000 | $75,000 | $6,000 | $211,000 |
| Harry Hunsucker | W | $65,000 | $65,000 | $5,000 | $135,000 | |
| Stefan Struve | W | $60,000 | $60,000 | $5,000 | $125,000 | |
| Serghei Spivac | L | $30,000 | $5,000 | $35,000 | ||
| Blagoy Ivanov | L | $30,000 | $4,000 | $34,000 | ||
| Junior Dos Santos | L | $30,000 | $4,000 | $34,000 | ||
| Andrei Arlovski | W | $20,000 | $20,000 | $3,500 | $43,500 | |
| Cyril Asker | W | $12,000 | $12,000 | $3,500 | $27,500 | |
| Rashad Coulter | W | $10,000 | $10,000 | $50,000 | $2,500 | $77,500 |
Total UFC Earnings: $963,500 (0.96 million)
A Glance at Tai Tuivasa Asset Accumulation
| Name | Tai Tuivasa |
| Age | 28 years old (born 1993) |
| Net Worth | $1-1.5 million |
| Status | Active |
| Salary | $206,000 ( last fight vs Augusto Sakai) |
| Source of Wealth | UFC Career, Endorsements |
| Endorsements | Reebok, Venum, Drink West, MANSCAPED, Depop, FTAApparel, and more. |
| Endorsement Earnings | $200,000 (approx.) |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Residence | St. Marys, New South Wales, Australia |
| Charities | FROM THE AREA | FOR THE AREA |
What is Tai Tuivasa Net Worth in 2022?
According to the reports, Tai Tuivasa’s Net Worth sits at around $1.5 million in 2021. For the most part, Tuivasa makes most of his killing plying his trade inside the Octagon but also from his lucrative endorsement deals. Currently, the Australian fighter is sponsored by Venum, Drink West, MANSCAPED, Depop, FTAApparel, and more.
As mentioned above, Tai’s earnings from UFC ( includes pay, salaries, earnings, bonuses) amount to $963,500 However, Tai began his career in fighting in the AFC, UFN, and the GCF. Thus, if we take into account the prize money from these fights, Tai’s earnings from MMA amount to about $1 million.
With his career still blooming, the 28-year-olds influence is expected to keep increasing, making him a very marketable athlete. As such, you can expect a significant increase in Tai’s endorsement earnings in the coming years. Moreover, “Bam Bam” will look to increase his Net Worth, even more, when he takes on Derrick Lewis at UFC 271.
