Michael Page moves to middleweight citing UFC welterweight entitlement

Michael Page confirmed his shift to the middleweight division, citing frustration with the current of the UFC welterweight rankings. Page, who holds a 4-1 record in the promotion, stated that top-ranked welterweights are too focused on securing title shots to accept active competition. He previously faced Ian Garry at 170 pounds but found subsequent bookings against Sharabutdin Magomedov and Jared Cannonier led him toward the heavier weight class. Despite his move, Page noted that winning a championship remains his ultimate goal. He is currently scheduled to face Nursulton Ruziboev at UFC Paris on September 5, 2026. Page expressed a desire to remain active rather than waiting for specific matchups.

• 1:40 PMYahoo Sports — Michael Page: Welterweight too congested, 'middleweight is where I want to be'
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