Michael Page Ready to Fight Shara Magomedov at Middleweight
Michael Page “Venom,” the veteran welterweight fighter in the UFC, has surprised fans by calling out rising middleweight contender Shara Magomedov. Despite recently joining the UFC, Page is eager to move up in weight to face Magomedov after his impressive victory at UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi.
In his fight against Armen Petrosyan, Shara Magomedov made a mark with a powerful double spinning backfist, knocking out his opponent and improving his record to 4-0 in the UFC. This victory has propelled the Dagestani fighter into the top 15 of the middleweight division, securing the #14 spot and paving the way for his goal of climbing higher.
Although Magomedov challenged former champion Israel Adesanya after his win, he has yet to receive a response from “The Last Stylebender.” Michael Page has seized this opportunity to issue a challenge, hoping to step into the ring on behalf of Adesanya. Page shared with MMA Fighting: “Magomedov just won with a spinning backfist and then called out my friend, Izzy. I’m ready to fight right away at middleweight, no need to wait too long.”
“Venom” in Peak Form, Determined to Return to UFC Contention
Since leaving Bellator to join the UFC, Michael Page has quickly made a name for himself with impressive performances, particularly in a tense match against Kevin Holland at UFC 299. However, shortly after, he faced a significant setback, narrowly losing to young fighter Ian Garry at UFC 303. Despite this unfortunate loss, Page remains undeterred and continues to maintain his form, participating in various activities to keep his fighting skills sharp.
By challenging Shara Magomedov, Page aims not only to demonstrate that he is still a formidable opponent but also to defend the honor of his friend Israel Adesanya. “Venom” has declared he is ready to test himself at middleweight—a bold step given that he usually competes at welterweight. For Page, this fight is not just about personal glory but also a clear message: he wants to prove that he is a fighter willing to take on anyone to reach the pinnacle.
If Magomedov accepts the challenge, this would undoubtedly be an exciting match between two standout fighters. The clash could attract particular attention from fans as they witness an uncompromising battle between Michael Page’s experience and Shara Magomedov’s rising power.
