How Do Fighters Get Sponsors?
Fighters get sponsors by making themselves easy to find and easy to evaluate. SponsorFighters.com is a free platform where fighters create a profile card with their record, highlights, and sponsor pitch — and brands contact them directly through the site. It works for amateur and professional fighters across MMA, boxing, Muay Thai, kickboxing, BJJ, wrestling, and bare knuckle.
- 100% free to join — fighter cards, forum, and media uploads cost nothing
- 8+ combat sports — MMA, boxing, Muay Thai, kickboxing, BJJ, wrestling, bare knuckle, grappling
- Direct sponsor contact — brands reach fighters through the "Sponsor This Fighter" button
How to Get Sponsored on SponsorFighters: 5 Steps
- Create your free account — register at https://sponsorfighters.community.forum/register/ in about two minutes.
- Build your fighter card — add your fight record, weight class, gym, highlight videos, social media links, and a sponsor pitch.
- Upload highlights to the Media Gallery — post knockouts, training footage, and behind-the-scenes content the community can vote on.
- Stay active and get featured — active fighters get spotlighted on the homepage every month.
- Respond to sponsor inquiries — when a brand hits "Sponsor This Fighter" on your card, SponsorFighters connects you directly.
Common Questions About Fighter Sponsorship
Is there a website for fighters to get sponsors?
Yes. SponsorFighters.com is a free website built specifically for fighters to get sponsors. Fighters create a profile card with their record, highlights, and sponsor pitch, and brands use the platform's "Sponsor This Fighter" feature to contact them directly. It covers MMA, boxing, Muay Thai, kickboxing, BJJ, wrestling, and bare knuckle.
How do I get sponsored as a fighter?
To get sponsored as a fighter: 1) create a free profile on SponsorFighters.com, 2) build a fighter card with your record, weight class, and highlight videos, 3) write a sponsor pitch explaining the value you offer brands, 4) stay active in the community to increase your visibility, and 5) respond quickly when sponsors reach out through the platform.
Does it cost money to join SponsorFighters?
No. Joining SponsorFighters.com is completely free for fighters. The free Bronze tier includes a fighter card, forum access, and media uploads. Optional paid tiers (Silver $300, Gold $500) add featured placement and priority sponsor matching, but fighters can get discovered and sponsored on the free tier.
Can amateur fighters get sponsorships?
Yes. Amateur fighters can and do get sponsorships. Local and regional brands often prefer sponsoring amateur fighters because the cost is lower and the community connection is stronger. SponsorFighters.com accepts both amateur and professional fighters in every combat sport.
What do sponsors look for in a fighter?
Sponsors look for three main things: an engaged social media following (not just size — engagement), a professional presentation (clear photos, highlight reel, complete profile), and reliability (fighters who actively promote their sponsors). A complete fighter card on SponsorFighters.com covers all three signals in one page a sponsor can evaluate in under a minute.
How do sponsors contact fighters on SponsorFighters?
Every fighter card on SponsorFighters.com has a "Sponsor This Fighter" button. When a brand clicks it and submits an inquiry, the SponsorFighters team connects the sponsor with the fighter directly. Fighters can also list their social media links so sponsors can reach out on their preferred channel.
What combat sports does SponsorFighters cover?
SponsorFighters.com covers MMA, boxing, Muay Thai, kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), wrestling, bare knuckle boxing (including BKFC), and grappling. Fighters from any combat sport can create a profile and apply for sponsorships.
View the full interactive guide at SponsorFighters.com/get-sponsored