5 most successful businesses owned by UFC fighters

#4. Gamebred FC - Jorge Masvidal

Jorge Masvidal prior to his bout at UFC 239

Former UFC welterweight title challenger Jorge Masvidal has a number of projects outside of the octagon. One of these is the Gamebred Fighting Championship, a bare-knuckle MMA promotion that he founded last year. Thus far, the promotion has held four events, all of which have taken place in Biloxi, Mississippi.

The bare-knuckle element is inspired by Masvidal's past in underground street fighting. The promotion has seen a range of regional talent compete, including former Contender Series standout Brok Weaver and former NFL star Frank Gore.

It remains to be seen just how much this promotion can grow, but it has appeared to be successful thus far off the back of Masvidal's popularity. Interestingly, 'Gamebred' is also a partial owner of the iKON Fighting Championship, which is available to watch on UFC Fight Pass.

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#3. Lousiana Style Hot Sauce - Dustin Poirer

Dustin Poirier, former UFC interim lightweight champion

Dustin Poirier's Louisiana Hot Sauce was a surprising venture that popped up before the fighter's second and third fights with Conor McGregor. There are now multiple different sauces available, all with differing levels of spice. Even McGregor gave the sauce a good review, although he changed his stance prior to the final fight the trilogy bout.

The product stands out as a unique project that pays homage to Poirier's routes as a Louisiana native. Proceeds from the item go to The Good Fight Foundation, which is aiming to provide 300,000 meals to families in need in southern Louisiana.

As for Poirier's career inside the octagon, he is currently without an opponent, having last fought Charles Oliveira in December of last year. Despite losing on that occasion, he remains one of the top lightweights on the planet. Fans have to wait and see what the future has in store for both Dustin Poirier and his hot sauce.