The UFC middleweight division became more interesting, thanks to an unexpected challenger stepping into the conversation. Michael “Venom” Page is known for his flashy, striking, and highlight-reel knockouts. The former Bellator standout has thrown his hat into the ring for a potential clash with rising star Sharaputdin Magomedov. This comes Magomedov’s spectacular spinning double-back fist knockout at UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi.
The one-eyed fighter had initially set his sights on former champion Israel Adesanya. His creative striking and undefeated UFC record have quickly made him one of the most talked-about prospects in the division. But when his callout of Adesanya didn’t gain immediate traction, Page saw an opportunity.
“I’m at [middleweight] right now, you don’t even have to wait too long. That [fight] there, I’ll just take straight away just for the fun of it…I’m in shape now, ready to go. That’s a good fight for me, a nice standup fight for everybody… leave my boy Izzy alone, he’s trying to get back to the throne. I’ll take his place,” said Page via MMA Fighting.
Michael ‘Venom’ Page’s willingness to move from welterweight to middleweight shows his confidence and fighting spirit. The British striker, who has had mixed results since joining the UFC, saw this as a perfect chance to make waves in a new division.
The potential matchup makes sense on multiple levels. Both fighters are known for their unorthodox striking styles. Michael ‘Venom’ Page is known for his karate-based approach, which complements Magomedov’s spinning attacks. It’s the kind of fight that could have fans on the edge of their seats, wondering which creative striker will land the decisive blow first.
Michael ‘Venom’ Page May Have Another Opponent Lined Up At Welterweight
The life of a UFC fighter often involves juggling multiple callouts, and ‘Venom’ finds himself in precisely that position. While he’s recently expressed interest in moving up to face Sharaputdin Magomedov at middleweight, an intriguing challenger has emerged in his natural weight class.
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Carlos Prates has been turning heads with his perfect finishing rate in the UFC, and now he wants a piece of Michael ‘Venom’ Page. Moreover, the timing is fascinating, as Prates is riding high after a second-round knockout victory over Li Jingliang at UFC 305.
“I heard that the company wants to give me @michaelvenompage, but he doesn’t answer the phone. You must be having nightmares by now!” said Prates.
Prates’ unique connection to Page’s past makes this potential matchup even more fascinating. However, he helped Douglas Lima prepare for his fight against MVP by mimicking the Brit’s distinctive style. That session proved fruitful, as Lima handed Page his only knockout loss in MMA.
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