LONDON — Former UFC fighter Michael 'Venom' Page is joining KSI's Misfits Boxing on a multi-fight, multi-year agreement after departing the UFC, with the promotion announcing the signing at an event on Saturday. The 39-year-old Londoner said he is "coming to show the boxing world what I can do" as he returns to boxing for the first time since 2018.
"I've been in combat sports for a long time and I've had plenty of options, but MF Sports is the right fit for me," Page said. "They're doing things differently, the energy is huge, and the fights are big. I'm excited for this new chapter, and I'm coming to show the boxing world what I can do. I feel free, shackles are off."
Page closed out his UFC contract in September with a win over Nursulton Ruziboev, his fifth win in six fights since making his debut for the organization in 2024. Despite that run, he was dropped by the MMA promotion. The former Bellator star has won 26 of his 29 MMA fights and is a decorated kickboxer, and he made his professional boxing debut in 2017 where he is 2-0.
KSI, a co-founder of Misfits, announced Page's arrival on Saturday and welcomed the addition. "Michael Venom Page is one of the biggest names in combat sports, and everyone wanted him," said the influencer, musician and former boxer. "For him to choose Misfits says everything about where we are as a promotion. He's a superstar, he's explosive, and fans are going to love watching him in the ring with us."