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Top 10 Highest Grossing Single-Event Sports Tickets in History

This ranking is based on the official gate receipts for single sporting events in history. These events typically feature high-profile professional boxing or MMA championship matches, reflecting the immense commercial value of the global sports industry and the massive appeal of superstar athletes.

Current #1
Mayweather vs. Pacquiao

Interesting Facts & Summary

Key Facts & Trends

  • Boxing Dominance: The list is largely dominated by Floyd 'Money' Mayweather, whose bouts consistently shattered records.
  • Las Vegas Monopoly: The majority of these events took place at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, cementing its status as the 'Fight Capital of the World'.
  • Inflation & Scale: While ticket prices continue to rise, the 2015 'Fight of the Century' remains the benchmark, proving that high demand combined with large venue capacity is the ultimate recipe for record-breaking revenue.
RankEvent NameGate Receipts (USD)Date and Venue
Mayweather vs. Pacquiao
72198500May 2, 2015, MGM Grand, Las Vegas
Mayweather vs. McGregor
55414105Aug 26, 2017, T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas
Canelo vs. GGG II
27000000Sep 15, 2018, T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas
4
Mayweather vs. Canelo
20003150Sep 14, 2013, MGM Grand, Las Vegas
5
Canelo vs. GGG I
27059850Sep 16, 2017, T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas
6
Mayweather vs. Cotto
19688800May 5, 2012, MGM Grand, Las Vegas
7
Mayweather vs. De La Hoya
19000000May 5, 2007, MGM Grand, Las Vegas
8
Tyson vs. Lewis
17000000Jun 8, 2002, Pyramid Arena, Memphis
9
Mayweather vs. Mosley
16900000May 1, 2010, MGM Grand, Las Vegas
10
Holyfield vs. Tyson II
14300000Jun 28, 1997, MGM Grand, Las Vegas

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