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UFC star Michael ‘Venom’ Page appears to be on his way out of the promotion after his latest scrutinized performance at UFC Paris.
Michael ‘Venom’ Page earned another unanimous decision win over Nursulton Ruziboev at UFC Paris last Saturday to extend his four-fight win streak. Page, a former Bellator title challenger, is 5-1 in the UFC Octagon since signing with the promotion in 2024.
Despite his recent track record, Page’s UFC future was in jeopardy ahead of UFC Paris, as he admitted in the days before the Ruziboev fight. Page didn’t re-sign with the promotion ahead of UFC Paris after finishing off his contract.
At 39-years-old, Page is likely on his last legs in Mixed Martial Arts. Despite earning another big win at UFC Paris, his performance in the Octagon reportedly wasn’t enough to impress the matchmakers.
Michael ‘Venom’ Page’s UFC future in serious doubt after UFC Paris
In a recent email from UFC executives to media rankings panelists, it was revealed that Page was removed from the UFC, as shared by MMA journalist John Morgan.
“Dear Panelists, Michael Page has been removed from rankings eligibility, effective immediately,” the email read.
As of this writing, neither Page nor his management has confirmed his contractual status with the UFC.
While Page has put on a show in some of his performances, particularly in wins over Jared Cannonier and Kevin Holland, his at-times sluggish fights have left UFC fans unsatisfied. He bounced back from a loss to Ian Machado Garry at UFC 303 with four-straight wins, including three fights in the middleweight division.
Page’s 2024 UFC signing came after years as a top name on the Bellator roster, culminating in standout performances against the likes of Douglas Lima, ‘Cyborg’ Santos, and Paul Daley. After a split-decision loss to Logan Storley at Bellator 281, Page defeated Goiti Yamauchi by first-round knockout before entering free agency.
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