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Former UFC fighter secures 7 figure new deal with KSI’s Misfits Boxing

Earlier this year, the 39-year-old Michael ‘Venom’ Page finished his contract with the UFC after defeating Nursulton Ruziboev at UFC Paris. Shortly after, UFC President Dana White confirmed that the promotion did not offer Page a new deal despite him winning five of his six fights.
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Former UFC fighter secures 7 figure new deal with KSI’s Misfits Boxing

Shounak Chakrabarti, ClutchPoints

Tue, October 13, 2026 at 11:43 AM UTC·

“Absolutely Crazy Deal” – Michael “Venom” Page Reveals Misfits Boxing Contract Pays Twice as Much as the UFC

When Michael “Venom” Page signed with the UFC in December 2023, fans expected his flashy striking and highlight-reel knockouts from his Bellator days to make an immediate impact in the Octagon. However, his UFC run never quite lived up to those expectations. Page finished his six-fight stint with a 5-1 record but failed to score …

Michael Page reveals his Misfits pay in comparison to UFC

Michael Page provides an insight into what he indicates is a very lucrative contract with Misfits.

Released UFC star Michael Page feels ‘free of shackles’ after switch to boxing

Page put together a solid UFC run but did not score any trademark KOs, and now he is set to box with Misfits

Michael Page Reveals Huge Payday With Misfits Boxing

Former UFC fighter Michael Page has signed with Misfits Boxing, and he revealed that he is set to get a huge payday with his new company. Page was released by the UFC following the conclusion of his six-fight deal with the world’s premier MMA organization. Although he was 5-1 inside the Octagon, all six of […] The post Michael Page Reveals Huge Payday With Misfits Boxing appeared first on HEAVY.

Michael Page reveals 'crazy' Misfits deal pays at least $3 million — more than entire UFC run combined

Michael "Venom" Page appears to have gotten a massive pay bump now that he's no longer with the UFC.

Michael ‘Venom’ Page says 3 Misfits fights will pay more than 6 in UFC

Michael "Venom" Page has secured a lucrative deal after his Ultimate Fighting Championship exit.

‘I feel free of the shackles’: Michael Page reacts to signing with Misfits Boxing after UFC departure

Michael Page is now with Misfits Boxing

Michael ‘Venom’ Page says he's ‘free of the shackles’ following UFC exit

Michael "Venom" Page believes his move to Misfits Boxing will allow him to express himself more freely after his Ultimate Fighting Championship stint came to an end.

Michael ‘Venom’ Page went 5-1 in the UFC; now he's headed to Misfits

Michael “Venom” Page has found a new home after parting ways with the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Michael Page Says He ‘Felt Very Restricted’ Fighting in the UFC

Former UFC middleweight fighter Michael Page said he “felt very restricted” fighting in the UFC and is happy to move on with his career.Page was not given a new contract offer by the UFC after the conclusion of his six-fight deal following a unanimous decision win over Nursulton Ruziboev at UFC Paris in September.Despite a […] The post Michael Page Says He ‘Felt Very Restricted’ Fighting in the UFC appeared first on HEAVY.

Jorge Masvidal defends Sean Strickland: Boxing Jake Paul 'shouldn't even be an option'

Jorge Masvidal says UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland shouldn't be in a spot where he's disputing his pay.

Demetrious Johnson gives career advice to ‘stuck’ Sean Strickland

Demetrius Johnson did a lot of talking on the Sean Strickland situation.

Demetrious Johnson has blunt advice for Sean Strickland amid UFC pay dispute: 'I've been in his position'

Johnson, an all-time UFC great, knows Strickland's pay struggle firsthand — and thinks he's handling it wrong.

Ex-UFC champ shares 'black-and-white' reality of Sean Strickland contract dispute

Sean Strickland signed a contract before becoming champion, and he ultimately has to decide if he really wants to be a UFC fighter.

Demetrious Johnson Questions Sean Strickland’s UFC Pay Dispute Despite Facing Similar Issues Nearly a Decade Ago

Demetrious Johnson has questioned Sean Strickland's financial issues with the UFC despite signing a new 6-fight deal ahead of title fight in May.

Demetrious Johnson Reacts to Sean Strickland & UFC Pay Dispute

UFC Hall of Famer Demetrious Johnson shared his thoughts on the pay dispute between UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland and the UFC.Strickland is still under a UFC contract, reportedly for five more fights, but he is refusing to sign a contract for his next fight because he believes he is underpaid, and he has threatened […] The post Demetrious Johnson Reacts to Sean Strickland & UFC Pay Dispute appeared first on HEAVY.

Dana White Shoots Down Sean Strickland’s Callout of Zuffa Boxing Champion Jai Opetaia

Sean Strickland has made his dissatisfaction with the UFC increasingly clear after his planned middleweight title defense against Nassourdine Imavov at UFC 335 fell through. The champion has spent the past few days openly criticizing the promotion over fighter pay and the terms of his current contract. Strickland has even considered moving up to light …

$20 million official offer made for Dana White vs. Eddie Hearn rumored boxing match

With days nearing for the much-awaited Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua fight, fans have also noticed a rising feud between UFC’s Dana White and Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn. Now, boxing promoter and Misfits Boxing’s co-founder Kalle Sauerland has set out the rules for a rumored fight between Hearn and White , including a mouth-watering $20 million […] The post $20 million official offer made for Dana White vs. Eddie Hearn rumored boxing match appeared first on ClutchPoints.

UFC Champ Sean Strickland Torched By Dana White Over Potential Career Pivot

Dana White doesn't seem too thrilled with UFC champion Sean Strickland lately.

Dana White Shuts Down Sean Strickland vs. Jai Opetaia With One Word: 'No!'

Dana White laughed off Sean Strickland's callout of Jai Opetaia, saying "No," while saying Opetaia is likely to face Deontay Wilder on Fury-Joshua undercard.

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