Alexander Volkov is a well-known fighter in the Heavyweight division in the UFC. The Russian has established himself as a mainstay in his division and is currently one of the top contenders.
After making an impressive start, Volkov (33-9-0) quickly shot up the UFC’s rankings. As time went on, Alexander annihilated veterans like Fabricio Werdum and Alistair Overeem on his way to the title. Despite some losses, Volkov looks determined to keep growing and eventually challenge for the title.
Known for his massive stature and explosive finishing, Alexander 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 Alexander Volkov 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, Nevada 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, Volkov’s salary, incentive pay, and PPV revenue from his upcoming fight with Marcin Tybura are yet to be released. Hence, you can check back here for updates. With all that out of the way, let’s begin.
Alexander Volkov Career Earnings
| Fighter | Result | Base Salary | Win Bonus | Performance Bonus | Incentive Pay/ Sponsorships | Total |
| Ciryl Gane | L | $100,000 | $0 | $6,000 | $106,000 | |
| Alistair Overeem | W | $100,000 | $100,000 | $50,000 | $5,000 | $255,000 |
| Walt Harris | W | $80,000 | $80,000 | $0 | $5,000 | $165,000 |
| Curtis Blaydes | L | $80,000 | $0 | $0 | $5,000 | $85,000 |
| Greg Hardy | W | $75,000 | $75,000 | $0 | $5,000 | $155,000 |
| Derrick Lewis | L | $75,000 | $0 | $0 | $4,000 | $79,000 |
| Fabrício Werdum | W | $70,000 | $70,000 | $50,000 | $4,000 | $194,000 |
| Stefan Struve | W | $50,000 | $50k | $50,000 | $2,500 | $152,500 |
| Roy Nelson | W | $45,000 | $45,000 | $0 | $2,500 | $92,500 |
| Timothy Johnson | W | $40,000 | $40,000 | $0 | $2,500 | $82,500 |
Total UFC Earnings: $1,336,500 ($1.3 million)
A Glance at Alexander Volkov Asset Accumulation
| Name | Alexander Volkov |
| Age | 33 years ( Born 1988) |
| Net Worth | $2-2.5 million (approx.) |
| Status | Active |
| Salary | $106,000 ( last fight vs Cyril Gane) |
| Source of Wealth | UFC Career, Endorsements |
| Endorsements | Reebok, Venum, Coinchange.io, Fight Wear.ru, Team Strela, and more. |
| Endorsement Earnings | $500,000 |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Residence | Moscow, Russia |
| Charities | N/A |
What is Alexander Volkov Net Worth in 2021?
According to our research, Alexander Volkov’s Net Worth sits at around $2-2.5 million in 2021. For the most part, Volkov makes most of his killing plying his trade inside the Octagon but also from his lucrative endorsement deals. Currently, the Russian fighter is sponsored by Venum, Coinchange.io, Fight Wear.ru, Team Strela, and more.
As mentioned above, Alexander’s earnings from UFC ( includes pay, salaries, earnings, bonuses) amount to $1,3 million. However, Alexander began his career in Russia and is a former M-1 Global and Bellator Champion. Thus, if we take into account the prize money from these fights, Volkov’s earnings from MMA amount to about $2 million.
With his career still blooming, the 33-year-olds influence is expected to keep increasing, making him a very marketable athlete. As such, you can expect a significant increase in Alexander’s endorsement earnings in the coming years. Moreover, “Drago” will look to increase his Net Worth, even more, when he takes on Marcin Tybura at UFC 267.
