Overview
- Page defeated Nursulton Ruziboev by unanimous decision in the featured middleweight bout at UFC Paris on Saturday, finishing with all three judges scoring the fight 29‑28 for Page.
- The fight produced long stretches of low action that drew boos from the Accor Arena crowd as Ruziboev repeatedly secured takedowns and control while Page landed the cleaner but limited strikes.
- After the fight Page said he must change his approach, increase output and take more risks, and he promised to have an honest contract conversation with the UFC about his next steps.
- Although the win extends Page’s four‑fight promotional streak and leaves him 26‑3 overall, his age, consecutive decision wins and lack of Octagon finishes have left media and fans doubtful the UFC will immediately re‑sign him.
- Page’s contract status now creates clear choices for him and the sport: negotiate a new deal if the UFC values his name and record, or explore outside options such as other promotions or crossover bouts if the promotion declines.