Michael Page sensed the UFC’s interest in him even before entering negotiations.
This Saturday marks Page’s UFC debut as he faces Kevin Holland in the highlighted main card bout at UFC 299. While he was a major star in Bellator, the welterweight fighter openly expressed his desire to eventually join the UFC. Interestingly, Page reveals that the UFC reciprocated that interest.
Towards the conclusion of his contract with Bellator, Page had the flexibility to explore non-MMA fights, leading to his bare-knuckle bout with Mike Perry at BKFC 27. It was during this time that the UFC indicated its keen interest in Page.