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Jon Anik Sees Title Upside for Michael Page as UFC Weighs Next Move

With one fight left on his deal, scrutiny of UFC support, matchups rises.

Overview

  • Michael Page beat Sam Patterson by unanimous decision in London in a bout that drew boos and was called a "bad fight" by UFC CEO Dana White.
  • Page disclosed he has one fight remaining on his UFC contract and said he wants to re-sign with the promotion.
  • UFC commentator Jon Anik said Page can win a title with the right matchups and questioned how invested the UFC is in him.
  • Bloody Elbow highlighted a split fan response, with some urging the UFC to cut him or see him in BKFC or Karate Combat, while others asked for higher-profile opponents.
  • What happens next hinges on matchmaking and the contract decision, with Anik suggesting Joaquin Buckley, Belal Muhammad or Kamaru Usman as potential opponents if Page stays.