UFC 328 delivered an unforgettable night in Newark, and the bonus checks proved just how special it was. Four fighters walked away with an extra $100,000 for their standout performances at the Prudential Center, while four more earned $25,000 for finishes that just missed the top tier.
The co-main event was a masterclass in flyweight warfare. Joshua Van, despite being one of the rare UFC champions to enter as an underdog, survived early adversity against Tatsuro Taira before landing a fifth-round knockout to retain his belt. Their back-and-forth battle will be remembered as an all-time classic in the division, proving once again that flyweights deliver drama in every outing.
Veteran Jim Miller reminded everyone why he's a legend, shaking off a career-long layoff that included surgery and his son's cancer treatment. He submitted Jared Gordon with a first-round arm-triangle choke, showing the heart that has defined his 28 UFC wins.
Yaroslav Amosov bucked a recent trend by becoming one of the few former Bellator standouts to win in the Octagon. The ex-welterweight champion submitted Joel Alvarez in the second round, announcing himself as a real threat in the UFC's deepest division.
Baisangur Susurkaev kept his perfect record intact with a rear-naked choke that put Djorden Santos to sleep—there was no tap, just a referee stepping in to protect a fighter who had no choice. It was a statement win for the undefeated prospect.
Grant Dawson showed championship resilience, rallying from a second-round knockdown to secure a rear-naked choke over Mateusz Rebecki with just 18 seconds left in the fight. It was his 14th career submission win and a reminder that in MMA, it's never over until it's over.
Ateba Gautier, a massive betting favorite, showed patience in the first round before landing a devastating overhand right in the second to knock out Ozzy Diaz. The win kept his undefeated record intact and proved that sometimes, waiting for the perfect moment pays off.
From title wars to comeback submissions, UFC 328 had it all—and these bonuses are a fitting tribute to the warriors who left it all in the cage.