The event was the first of three events in as many days in Las Vegas, culminating with UFC 200. It also marked the second North American card to air live exclusively on their subscription-based digital network, UFC Fight Pass, and the first men's championship fight broadcast over that medium.[2]
The following fighters were awarded $50,000 bonuses:[7]
Fight of the Night: Alan Jouban vs. Belal Muhammad
Performance of the Night:Eddie Alvarez and Pedro Munhoz
Reported payout
The following is the reported payout to the fighters as reported to the Nevada State Athletic Commission. It does not include sponsor money and also does not include the UFC's traditional "fight night" bonuses.[8]
Eddie Alvarez: $150,000 (no win bonus) def. Rafael dos Anjos: $310,000