In a UFC no contest result, fighters typically do get paid for the fight. The specific payment terms may vary based on the fighters' contracts and the policies of the UFC. However, it is common for fighters to receive at least a portion of their contracted purse, regardless of the outcome of the fight.
One of the most memorable was between Anderson Silva and Nick Diaz in 2024. While Silva won the fight by unanimous decision, the result was overturned to no contest when it was found that he tested positive for two drugs, while Diaz tested positive for marijuana.
