Michael “Venom” Page has emerged as one of the most sought-after athletes in the combat sports market as a free agent. Several promotions expressed interest in signing the fighter under their banner, but it was the UFC that ultimately secured his services. “Venom” will be fighting under UFC’s banner soon enough and he is expected to be the showman that he is.
Venom is renowned for his showmanship, a characteristic that played a significant role in establishing his reputation in Bellat͏or͏.͏ Now that he has transitioned to the UFC, the ͏questio͏n arises͏: will he͏ be able to͏ maintain and further elevate his͏ status in the highly competitive environmen͏t?
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Michael Page declares himself the ultimate showman with a roar
Michael Page’s fights are a joy to witness, primarily due to the captivating build-up he orchestrates before stepping into the ring, coupled with his remarkable showmanship. During the UFC 296 post-fight press conference, Dana White delivered exciting news for fans by announcing that Page has officially joined the UFC roster and is set to face Kevin Holland at UFC 299. This revelation served as a wake-up call for fans eagerly anticipating the talented fighter’s debut in the octagon.
In a recent interaction with Kaz Crossley & Ollie Sutherland from ‘The K/O Show’, Page has claimed that he is the biggest athlete in the MMA world right now. When Sutherland asked how he was he going to start his UFC journey, ‘Venom’ said, “I am the biggest name in the game.”
Crossley, in the midst of the conversation, inquired whether they would be able to witness the same typical showman that was loved by the fans or will there be a change in Page’s attitude considering the fact that he is now under the UFC banner. “Venom” emphasized that he would never change just because he changed the division. “I cannot be any other way, I think. If I try to, it’s, you know, when people used to turn me back.”
He further added ” You see what I’m saying? If I tried to do anything else, I wouldn’t win fights. You wouldn’t know who I am. I wouldn’t be sitting here today, you know what I mean? Like, my growth is because of what I’ve done. So, I, and I’m not going to steal from it. I’m going to be true to myself always. And the MVP, that showman, that guy there is just, that.”
Michael “Venom” Page is astute in his words that he would not change his demeanor. However, there’s a line that even Page would not cross, and the recent Colby Covington and Leon Edwards tussle was a wake-up call for him.
Page advocates for alterations in sportsmanship
In the regrettable landscape of contemporary MMA, particularly within the UFC, a trend has emerged—namely, the adoption of personal attacks as a promotional strategy. Page acknowledges the magnetic appeal of such maneuvers in capturing attention and, consequently, augmenting revenue. Nonetheless, he ardently champions the implementation of financial penalties as a countermeasure.
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“Venom” claimed that it’s better to fine those people who use personal attacks on families. He said “It’s insane. Just do something to kind of alleviate [the problem] – if you’re going to step over the line, I’m not going to punish you open to the public because it sells, I guess, but there you go.”
Michael Page’s career in the UFC is just starting and he might be a great addition from the Bellator like Michael Chandler. What is your opinion on Page?
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