Published
September 28, 2024
Updated
August 2, 2026
The $375 million UFC fighter settlement resolved antitrust allegations involving bout compensation during 2010–2017. Most net funds have been issued, while a smaller group of exceptions remains.
Current Status
Claims closed June 16, 2025 and the court authorized distribution. In its March 31, 2026 update, the administrator reported issuing $237,386,515.53 to 984 of 1,088 claimants across 44 countries—more than 90% of available funds and claimants. Remaining payments involve banking instructions, processing review, legal ownership questions, or sanctions compliance. No new claim may be filed.StatusMore Than 90% Distributed
Claim DeadlineJune 16, 2025 — Passed
Settlement$375 Million
Issued by March 31, 2026$237,386,515.53
What Was the UFC Fighter Lawsuit About?
The lawsuit alleged that Zuffa, doing business as the Ultimate Fighting Championship, used anticompetitive conduct to dominate the market for elite professional MMA fighter services. Plaintiffs claimed that UFC contracting and business practices suppressed bout compensation below competitive levels. Zuffa denied the allegations and wrongdoing, maintained that competition existed and fighter pay increased, and agreed to settle without a trial verdict.Why Was the Settlement $375 Million?
The parties first proposed a broader $335 million resolution involving two related cases, but the court declined to approve it in 2024. They returned with a $375 million agreement focused on the certified Le bout class. Zuffa funded it in three $125 million installments. Approved administration, taxes, attorney fees and expenses, awards, and an individual identity-rights resolution were deducted before the net fund was allocated.Which Fighters Were Included?
The class covers people who competed in at least one live professional UFC-promoted MMA bout taking place or broadcast in the United States from December 16, 2010 through June 30, 2017. Non-U.S. residents and citizens were excluded unless UFC paid them for a bout fought in the United States. The exclusion period had already ended, and a valid claim still had to be submitted by June 16, 2025 to receive money.How Were Awards Calculated?
The allocation used two principal pro rata factors: UFC event compensation paid during the class period and the number of UFC bouts fought during that period. The notice estimated that valid claimants might receive 40% to 80% of covered UFC earnings, with a $15,000 minimum, but described that range as a guideline rather than a guarantee. The administrator used UFC records and reviewed each claim.What Has Been Distributed?
The administrator’s March 31, 2026 update says payments totaling $237,386,515.53 had been issued to 984 claimants in 44 countries. More than 70% of distributions used electronic transfer. The report describes this as more than 90% of available funds paid to more than 90% of claimants. Those official figures replace the legacy page’s earlier claim-pending description.Why Are Some Payments Still Pending?
The remaining claims involve bank requests for more information, payment instructions under review, incorrect or changing transfer details, disputes over the legal recipient, and countries subject to U.S. sanctions rules. Some estates, family obligations, or competing claims may require additional legal review or court action. These are existing claims in distribution, not an invitation for new fighters to file.Can a Fighter File Now?
No. The June 16, 2025 claim deadline passed. A class member who did not submit a timely valid form cannot enter the distribution through this page. Existing claimants should preserve their form, tax documentation, payment instructions, and administrator correspondence. The related Johnson case concerns a later period and remains separate; participation in one matter does not create a claim in the other.Official Information
Review the latest information on the official UFC Fighter Class Action settlement website website.
Case
Le et al. v. Zuffa, LLC
Case Number
2:15-cv-01045-RFB-BNW
Court
U.S. District Court, District of Nevada
Class Period
December 16, 2010–June 30, 2017
Settlement
$375 million
Claim Deadline
June 16, 2025
Current Stage
Distribution in progress
Official Website
official UFC Fighter Class Action settlement website
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