Michael Page Regrets 12-Strike UFC Paris Win as 39-Year-Old Reaches Contract End
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Updated · MMA Fighting · Sep 6
Michael Page Regrets 12-Strike UFC Paris Win as 39-Year-Old Reaches Contract End
3 articles · Updated · MMA Fighting · Sep 6
Summary
12 significant strikes across 15 minutes left Michael "Venom" Page apologizing for a unanimous-decision win over Nursulton Ruziboev that drew boos in Paris.
Page said he felt he was holding back and taking too few risks, adding he may need to alter his style to create more exchanges and raise his output.
The victory closed out his UFC deal and pushed his promotion record to 5-1, but through six UFC fights the 39-year-old still has no finish despite his knockout-heavy reputation.
Page now plans an "honest conversation" with UFC about a new contract, saying he wants tougher opponents and a chance to prove he can still deliver something special.