Ahead of UFC 250 tomorrow night, DraftKings is hosting an “MMA Millionaire” contest, its largest fantasy MMA tournament, with $2.5 million in guaranteed prizes and a cool $1M for the first-place winner.
The contest features in DraftKings’ Tournament of Champions series, with tickets to the Big Game in Tampa also on the line, where entrants compete to win another $1 million.
UFC 250 is headlined by the UFC’s first female champ-champ, Amanda Nunes, facing top contender Felicia Spencer for the featherweight strap. Betting on the event has started early, with trends as follows (as of 6/5):
How it works
For only $25, draft six fighters for a shot to win the $1 million top prize. Choose your fighters now. DraftKing Fantasy Points (DKFP) are awarded for moves within bouts, as well as overall fight performance.
Significant strikes, ground advances, takedowns, and knockdowns are all awarded points on a scale, with extra points awarded for fighters who win their bouts early. Get a complete breakdown of the scoring here.
The contest goes live at 6:00 p.m. ET on June 6, so choose your fighters now.
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