Michael 'Venom' Page, the renowned UFC fighter, has expressed his frustration with the upcoming UFC London matchup against Sam Patterson. With a stellar record and a reputation for delivering exciting fights, Page's disappointment is palpable.
Since joining the UFC in 2024, Page has dominated the cage, suffering only one loss and securing impressive wins over Kevin Holland, Shara Magomedov, and Jared Cannonier. However, despite his success, Page finds himself matched against an unranked welterweight prospect, Sam Patterson, for the upcoming UFC London event on March 21st.
But here's where it gets controversial... Page, who has recently moved back down to the welterweight division after a successful stint at middleweight, is ranked at 185 lbs. Yet, he is now facing an unranked opponent, which has left him feeling overlooked and frustrated.
Patterson, on the other hand, is on a four-fight win streak since his move up from lightweight, but Page believes this fight is a step down in terms of competition. He feels that his status as a ranked fighter and his desire for high-profile matchups have been ignored.
"It's not a fight I expected or wanted," Page said in an interview with MMAJunkie. "I came to the UFC for big fights, for the chance to face the best in the world. Since my last fight, I've been calling out everyone, but for some reason, no one seems willing to step up."
And this is the part most people miss... Page's frustration may stem from a deeper issue within the UFC. Over the past few months, there has been a growing concern that the promotion is favoring 'exciting' fighters over those who rely on strategic decision-making. Page, with all his wins coming by decision, might be feeling the pinch of this new trend.
So, is Michael 'Venom' Page being penalized for his fight style? Or is there more to this story? What do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments and let's discuss!
