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UFC 261 bonuses: Kamaru Usman, Rose Namajunas rewarded for championship knockouts

Kamaru Usman retained his UFC title, Rose Namajunas regained one, and both are receiving a bonus check for their efforts.

The two title fight winners both received Performance of the Night bonuses for their incredible knockouts on Saturday at UFC 261 in Jacksonville, Fla. Fight of the Night went to a pair of fighters making their UFC debuts, Jeffrey Molina and Aori Qileng. All four fighters will receive an extra $50,000 for their efforts.

Usman defended the UFC welterweight championship for a fourth consecutive time and improved to 14-0 inside the octagon with a KO of Jorge Masvidal in the main event.