UFC announcer Bruce Buffer and his famous bro don’t joke about protecting the 5 most famous words in pro fighting — but says “Saturday Night Live” is getting a funny pass … a very pricey one.

The ‘Veteran Voice of the Octagon’ was outside Gold’s Gym in Venice, and told us why “SNL’s” Mayweather/Pacquiao skit — which included Michael Buffer‘s “Let’s get ready to rumble” — isn’t costing NBC a cent.

Normally, Bruce and Michael charge handsomely — at least 5 figures — for an individual or production to use the famous catchphrase.

Bottom line in this case — Bruce gives Taran Killam‘s version a thumbs up, but it’s far from open season on “rumble.” If you want MB at your next birthday party … get ready to payyyyyy!

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