Michael “Venom” Page, a well-known MMA figure, found himself staying up for 48 hours straight during contract negotiations with the UFC due to the eight-hour time difference between Las Vegas and London.
As a free agent after 10 years in Bellator MMA, Page received increased late-night text messages from several promotions, making the negotiation process more demanding.
While the UFC was his first choice, Page appreciated feeling wanted and explored his options before making a decision.
Page admired the career transition of Michael Chandler from Bellator to the UFC, which influenced his own decision-making process.
Transitioning from wanting a contract to actually signing one took immense effort, with Page realizing the impact he had made in the MMA world by generating significant attention and interest from fans and media.
Meeting with UFC CEO Dana White for a detailed discussion and rapidly reaching an agreement presented its own challenges, especially considering the time zone difference and the constant communication with his manager.
Despite the intense negotiation process and the eagerness to make the announcement, Page found the actual announcement to be more low-key than expected, but he was excited about the future nonetheless.
Following the announcement, Page began promoting his signing with the UFC on social media, looking forward to stepping into the Octagon and proving himself.
Despite the whirlwind 48 hours, Page feels prepared for the upcoming challenges and the excitement surrounding his UFC debut.
He anticipates that the real storm will begin once he steps into the cage to showcase his skills and make an impact in the UFC.
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