State Commission Withholds Isaac Dulgarian’s Fight Purse Amid UFC’s Firing Over Betting Controversy

Troubles are mounting for Isaac Dulgarian. If reports are accurate, the Kansas native may not receive the fight purse from his bout at UFC Vegas 110. On the Fight Night card headlined by Steve Garcia vs. David Onama, Dulgarian faced the Cuban fighter Yadier Del Valle. He suffered a loss via rear-naked choke, his second defeat since making his UFC debut two years ago. But his woes were far from over. Soon after the fight, he found himself at the center of a major controversy. One that has been echoing across the MMA world.

A betting scandal erupted after reports surfaced that Dulgarian’s betting line, despite his status as a heavy favorite, shifted in a puzzling manner toward his opponent in the lead-up to the fight. One immediate consequence was the UFC’s decision to release Dulgarian from his contract. Now, according to an update shared by Ariel Helwani, the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) has reportedly decided to withhold the fight purse due to him for the Saturday night event.

Citing information from a reliable source, Ariel Helwani tweeted, “The Nevada State Athletic Commission withheld Isaac Dulgarian’s ENTIRE purse on Saturday due the irregular betting activity surrounding his fight.” He added, “No timeline as to when or even if they will release it. Investigation pending.”

The Nevada State Athletic Commission withheld Isaac Dulgarian’s ENTIRE purse on Saturday due the irregular betting activity surrounding his fight, sources tell @uncrownedcombat.

No timeline as to when or even if they will release it. Investigation pending.

— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) November 3, 2025

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