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Josh Barnett warns Misfits could collapse after Michael Page pay claim

Josh Barnett questions Misfits’ financial strategy after Michael "Venom" Page’s claims about his lucrative new contract with the promotion.
Josh Barnett warns Misfits could collapse after Michael Page pay claim

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Josh Barnett warns Misfits could collapse after Michael Page pay claim

Wed, October 14, 2026 at 5:31 AM UTC·

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.

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.

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 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.

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. Page intended to talk about his future with the UFC leadership […] The post Former UFC fighter secures 7 figure new deal with KSI’s Misfits Boxing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

“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 '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 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.

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.

Buyer’s remorse? Dana White responds to new UFC champion’s money complaints

Dana White brushed off Sean Strickland’s complaints about fighter pay, saying he just signed that new UFC deal recently.

Dana White fires back at Sean Strickland over UFC pay, cites new deal

Dana White has dismissed Sean Strickland’s latest complaints about fighter pay.

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.

UFC contender meagerly supports Sean Strickland's fighter pay stance

Brendan Allen "ain't trying to get canceled," which explains why he answered about Sean Strickland's UFC fighter pay stance the way he did.

Dana White responds to Sean Strickland fighter pay complaints

UFC CEO Dana White weighed in on middleweight champ Sean Strickland's recent complaints about fighter pay.

Brendan Allen says ‘hats off’ to Sean Strickland for talking about fighter pay

Brendan Allen discussed Sean Strickland’s latest complaints over fighter pay.

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Demetrious Johnson gives career advice to ‘stuck’ Sean Strickland

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

Dana White responds to Sean Strickland: 'He got a whole new deal in May'

Dana White speaks about Sean Strickland's UFC gripes for the first time.

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.

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