KSI vs Logan Paul prize money: Fight generates stunning £150m with purse split 50/50 between YouTube stars
The two YouTubers fought to a majority draw at Manchester Arena last night
KSI'S blockbuster bout with fellow YouTuber Logan Paul raked in an estimated £150million, according to reports.
The duo went head-to-head at Manchester Arena last night, where judges scored the six round contest a majority draw.
One judge scored the fight 58-57 in favour of Arsenal fan KSI, while the other two scored the match-up 57-57.
According to the , the fight - which set fans back £7.50 to watch on YouTube - made over £150m.
While they claim the figure will be added to the lucrative sponsorship deals the Brit and the American signed for the clash.
It is understood that the pair agreed to a 50/50 purse split, in what was dubbed as the "the biggest fight in internet history".
KSI is believed to have taken home all the profits made in ticket sales in last night's match-up at Manchester.
While Paul will collect the profits from ticket sales in their rematch in America, which is believed to take place next February.
Despite both men going toe-to-toe for the full six rounds, supporters demanded their money back as fight fans vented their frustrations online.
KSI - the reigning YouTube Champion - hit out at the judges' decision following his controversial draw, believing he had done enough to nick the result.
