UFC 328 delivered an unforgettable night of action from the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, and the bonus money is flowing like never before. In a historic moment, 42-year-old veteran Jim Miller proved age is just a number, banking a cool $100,000 Performance of the Night bonus in his 47th trip to the Octagon. The New Jersey native submitted Jared Gordon with a first-round guillotine choke, sending the hometown crowd into a frenzy and showing that legends never fade—they just get craftier.
The main event saw Sean Strickland shock the world once again, outpointing previously undefeated middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev via split decision. It was a masterclass in striking and grit, with Strickland weathering Chimaev's relentless pressure to claim the title in front of a roaring crowd. But the co-main event might have stolen the show: Joshua Van defended his flyweight title in a bloody, back-and-forth war with Tatsuro Taira, finishing with a TKO in what many are calling one of the greatest flyweight fights in history. That barnburner earned both men Fight of the Night honors and an extra $100,000 each.
Speaking of finishes, Yaroslav Amosov continued his dominance with a second-round submission over Joel Alvarez, earning another $100K Performance of the Night bonus. The former Bellator welterweight champion is proving he belongs among the UFC's elite with every outing. Meanwhile, undefeated middleweight prospect Baisangur Susurkaev pushed his record to 3-0 with a suffocating submission win over Djorden Santos, pocketing $25,000 for his efforts.
Lightweight veteran Grant Dawson also got back in the win column with a gritty third-round submission over Mateusz Rebecki, earning a $25K bonus. And don't sleep on Ateba Gautier, the hulking middleweight prospect who improved to 5-0 with a brutal knockout of Osman Diaz—another $25K well-deserved. Finally, fan favorite King Green made it three straight wins with a dominant submission over Jeremy Stephens, adding $25,000 to his paycheck.
From historic milestones to title-changing performances, UFC 328 had it all. Whether you're a seasoned fan or new to the sport, nights like these remind us why MMA is the most electrifying show on earth.