Shakur Stevenson vs Zepeda Payout and Purse Revealed

A look at the estimated Shakur Stevenson vs Zepeda payout and purse after their fight in Queens New York which electrified boxing.

The bout was outstanding and delivered in all aspects.

Great action in the ring that had everything for hardcore and casual boxing and sports fans.

But how much did they make?

Let’s take a look.

Estimated Shakur Stevenson vs Zepeda Payout and Purse

Shakur Stevenson is estimated to have earned approximately $3.5 million from the fight purse (70% of a $5 million total) — that is estimated though.

William Zepeda is estimated to have earned around $2 million from the fight purse (30% of a $5 million total) — again that’s just the basic purse.

That doesn’t tell the whole story.

Pay-per-view revenue could add $500,000–$1 million for Stevenson. At least.

Potentially totaling $4–$4.5 million.

Zepeda’s earnings with pay-per-view could increase by $300,000–$500,000, depending on terms.

Totaling $2.3–$2.5 million.

Bonuses (performance or fight of the night) could add $50,000–$100,000 for each fighter, depending on promoter decisions and what was organized.

Merchandise and sponsorship cuts are not publicly detailed usually.

That said, they could add 5-10% to their earnings ($175,000–$450,000 for Stevenson, $100,000–$250,000 for Zepeda) based on event scale and popularity.

It was a very popular event and surely a near sell out on the night.

Overall, it was an excellent fight that sent down a very clear message worldwide last weekend by Shakur Stevenson — a pound for pound talent in boxing.