Social media influencer and OF model Elle Brooke has made a bold claim about Paige VanZant’s motivations for accepting a boxing match against her. According to Brooke, VanZant took the bout solely for financial reasons, suggesting that the former UFC star may be struggling to make ends meet.
Brooke, who has gained a significant following online, recently stated in an interview that she believes VanZant’s decision to participate in the Misfits boxing match was driven by financial necessity. “I think that Paige has taken this fight 100% for the money. Why else would she take this fight? You’ve got nothing to prove in trying to beat me. I’m an influencer. I’m a washed up OF girl. I’m a content creator. I’m not from the fighting scene. I’ve grown up fighting. It’s something that I picked up basically as a hobby and I didn’t even pour all my heart into it over the last two years. So it has to be for the money. It has to be,” Brooke said.
Brooke’s comments have sparked speculation about VanZant’s financial situation, with some fans and pundits wondering if her statements are true. VanZant, who has competed in the UFC and Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, has reportedly earned significant purses for her fights in the past. However, her current financial situation remains unclear.
It’s worth noting that VanZant has been open about her struggles with pay in the past. In 2020, she revealed that she was making only $40,000 (approximately $40,000 USD) per fight in the UFC, which is a relatively low amount compared to other top stars. Her current pay for the Misfits boxing match has not been disclosed.
But VanZant is one of the hottest MMA stars with a lively fanbase so it’s hard to question her ability to make money.
Brooke’s claims have also sparked a debate about the financial realities of professional combat sports. While top stars in the UFC and other promotions can earn significant sums of money, many others struggle to make a living wage.
Regardless of the motivations behind VanZant’s decision to take the fight, the Misfits boxing match is set to be an exciting event that will surely draw a large audience. As the two women face off in the ring, fans will be watching closely to see who will emerge victorious.
