Overview

• Page scored multiple knockdowns in rounds one and two against Jared Cannonier before holding on for a unanimous decision (29-28 across all scorecards) in Chicago.
• The result is projected to vault Page into the UFC middleweight top 10 when the updated rankings are released on Tuesday.
• Page admitted after the fight that he made a “silly mistake” in the third round that allowed Cannonier a takedown and submission threats.
• Supporters and analysts have immediately called for matchups with Carlos Prates in Brazil and potential showdowns against Israel Adesanya or Leon Edwards.
• Jared Cannonier entered the bout as the underdog, with sportsbooks listing him at roughly +170 to win for every $100 wagered.