Australian mixed martial artist Tyson Pedro, born September 17, 1991, competes in the light heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Pedro personally requested to compete at UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. Brunson in Melbourne should any competitors withdraw from the event after defeating Kiwi Steven Warby at the Australian Fighting Championship 17 with a rear-naked choke. Pedro then called UFC president Dana White. Luke Rockhold withdrew from the fight due to a sprained anterior cruciate ligament, and Pedro was added to the card in his place.
In November 2016, at UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. Brunson, Pedro faced Khalil Rountree in his first promotional match. He was given a Performance of the Night bonus after submitting his opponent in the opening round to win the bout.
In March 2017, Pedro and Paul Craig squared off at UFC 209, and a TKO in the opening gave him the victory. On September 9, 2017, Ilir Latifi and Pedro squared off at UFC 215. Pedro suffered his first professional defeat as a result of Latifi's unanimous decision victory.
The most recent fight between Pedro and Zhang Mingyang was scheduled for February 12, 2023, but it was canceled after Mingyang withdrew for unspecified reasons. Modestas Bukauskas took his place, and he defeated Pedro in the fight by a unanimous decision.
On September 10, 2023, Pedro knocked out Anton Turkalj in the first round at UFC 293. Moreover, the Australian fighter is set to face Vitor Petrino in his next bout on March 2, 2024 in Las Vegas, United States.
| Age | 32 years old |
| Net Worth | Estimated $5 million |
| Source of Wealth | MMA, Endorsement |
| Salary | $41,000 base salary for his fight at UFC 284 |
| Endorsement | Drink West, Rich Digital, Engage Global |
| Residence | Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Charity | - |
How much is Tyson Pedro Net Worth in 2024?
The net worth of Tyson Pedro is estimated to be $5 million as of February 2024. However, according to a few online sources, his net worth is $2 million, though the sources are not authenticated or verified.
According to Tapology, his disclosed career earnings are estimated to be more than $160,000.
Tyson Pedro Salary
Tyson Pedro's earnings are as follows:
At UFC Fight Night 101: Whittaker vs. Brunson on November 26, 2016, he won $72,500, which included $10,000 as base pay, a $10,000 win bonus, $50,000 for Performance of the Night, and $2,500 from Reebok sponsorship.
Tyson Pedro made a total of $24,000 at UFC 209: Woodley vs. Thompson 2 on March 4, 2017, including $12,000 as base pay and an additional $12,000 as a win bonus.
Pedro made $16,500 at UFC 215: Nunes vs. Shevchenko 2 on September 9, 2017, including $2,500 from Reebok sponsorship and $14,000 as base pay.
Tyson Pedro made $33,000 on February 10, 2018 at UFC 221: Romero vs. Rockhold. In addition to $5,000 from Reebok sponsorship, this includes $14,000 as base pay and a $14,000 win bonus.
Tyson Pedro made $20,000 at UFC Fight Night 132: Cerrone vs. Edwards on June 23, 2018. This was made up of $16,000 in base pay and $4,000 in incentive compensation for the fight week.
Pedro made $21,000 at UFC Fight Night 142: Dos Santos vs. Tuivasa on December 2, 2018, including $16,000 as base pay and an additional $5,000 in incentive pay for the fight week.
Tyson Pedro most recently made $34,000 on April 23, 2022, at UFC Fight Night: Lemos vs. Andrade. This comprised $6,000 in sponsorships, $14,000 as base pay, and a $14,000 win bonus.
Tyson Pedro received a base pay of $43,000, a victory bonus of $43,000, and a performance bonus of $6,000 for his UFC 278 match against Harry Hunsucker on August 20, 2022, for a total of $92,000 in pay.
Tyson Pedro earned $41,000 as base pay at UFC 284 on February 12, 2023, including a $36,000 purse and a $5,000 sponsorship payment.
Tyson Pedro Endorsement
Tyson Pedro has endorsement deals with Drink West, Rich Digital, and Engage Global. However, the amount he earns from endorsements has not been disclosed, but it is likely to be significant given his net worth and salary.
Tyson Pedro House
Tyson Pedro and his family live on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia. However, due to security and privacy concerns, the Australian's exact address is unknown.
Tyson Pedro Charity
There is no information available regarding the charitable and foundational activities of Tyson Pedro.
Tyson Pedro Car Collection
There is no information available regarding the car collection of Tyson Pedro.
*Last updated on February 28, 2024.
FAQs
A. Tyson Pedro's net worth is estimated to be $5 million as of September 2023.
A. Tyson Pedro's salary for his most recent fight was $41,000 at UFC 284 on February 12, 2023.
A. Tyson Pedro has endorsement deals with Drink West, Rich Digital, and Engage Global.
A. Tyson Pedro lives on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia.
A. There is no available information about Tyson Pedro's involvement in charitable activities.
