Page had promised an exciting performance against Nursulton
Ruziboev in September, the final bout of his UFC contract. He
won by unanimous decision, but the promotion opted not to re-sign
him. The Englishman now says his move to Misfits Boxing will bring
a substantial increase in earnings.

Michael Page compares three-fight Misfits contract with
earnings from six UFC appearances

Page produced highlight-reel knockouts in Bellator,
but all six of his UFC appearances went the distance. He finished
5-1 in the promotion, with his only loss coming against Ian
Garry.

Page (26-3) said he received offers from several promotions before
signing with Misfits. He expects to earn more from the three-fight
agreement than he did from his six UFC bouts, describing his new
compensation as roughly double what he previously earned. He also
said Misfits intends to launch an MMA show with him as a leading
figure.

“Misfits came with an absolutely crazy deal, which means I’ve
continued to grow and get better financially,†Page told Ariel
Helwani. “They have vision for the future. They're trying to get an
MMA show going, with me kind of lead that way, be the face of that…
I’ve left the UFC and I’m making more money. Like two times more,
maybe just over, and in a shorter period. In a three-fight deal,
I’ll make more than I have my whole UFC contract.â€

Bonfim's UFC tenure ended after a loss to Francisco
Prado at
UFC Vegas 122 on Saturday. The Brazilian missed the non-title
lightweight limit by 7.5 pounds and forfeited 25% of his purse. He
then suffered a first-round technical knockout before being removed
from the roster.

Ismael Bonfim exits UFC with 2-5 record after third weight miss
and Francisco Prado TKO

This was Bonfim's third weight miss during his UFC tenure. He came
in 3.5 pounds overweight for a scheduled fight against Vinc Pichel
in 2023, prompting the bout's cancellation. Bonfim missed weight by
five pounds against Chris
Padilla last year and lost by knockout. He was finished in his
last four UFC appearances.

Before news of his departure, Bonfim posted a statement Sunday
reflecting on the loss. The 30-year-old thanked his supporters and
said his career was not over.

“Always grateful to God for life, health and every opportunity He
gives me,†Bonfim wrote on Instagram. “Everything doesn’t go as
planned, results don’t always come as desired, but my faith remains
unshakable. Because, above my plans, are God’s plans, and I choose
to trust, even when I don’t understand. Thank you to every person
cheering me on, praying for me and standing by my side no matter
the outcome. You are all part of my story! There are no excuses, no
shame, and much less reason to give up. We’ve come here the hardest
way, facing battles few know about, overcoming fears, breaking
barriers, and fighting against things that go far beyond what
happens inside an octagon. The result of a battle does not define
the value of a warrior, and defeat will never be able to erase the
entire history we have built. I keep my head held high, my heart at
peace and my faith even stronger. Because who knows where he came
from, everything he faced and how much he had to fight to get here,
doesn’t give up because of a result. My story doesn’t end here. God
is still writing the next chapters, and I trust Him completely. All
honor and all glory be given to God!â€

Bonfim earned a UFC contract on
Dana White's Contender Series in 2022 and won his promotional
debut with a flying knee knockout of Terrance
McKinney. He went 1-5 afterward, finishing his UFC tenure at
2-5.

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Niko Price has discussed his mixed martial arts retirement and what the future could hold after his win over Leon Shahbazyan.

Heading into last weekend, Niko Price was riding a four-fight losing streak. With this being billed as the final fight in his mixed martial arts career, many hoped that he would be able to pull one out of the bag before riding off into the sunset.

RELATED: Niko Price surprisingly set for retirement reversal at UFC Vegas 122

In the end, that's exactly what he did as Niko Price secured a TKO victory, which was the first time he has finished an opponent since defeating James Vick via upkick in October 2019.

After the bout, Niko Price took the time to both reflect on what has been and look ahead to what could be to come.

Niko Price looks ahead to the future

“He was like, ‘Hey, do you want an actual retirement fight?’†Price told MMA Junkie and other reporters at a post-fight news conference Saturday after UFC Fight Night 290. “(I was like) ‘Yeah, why not?' Of course I'll take another paycheck to go fight someone. It's a lot easier fighting people than it is to rip down houses and landscaping. I know that.â€

“It means so much just to know the career wasn't a waste,†Price said. “They saw that I really put my blood, sweat, and tears into this and everything I have. I sacrificed time with the family. But it was all great and worth it.â€

In terms of the future, Niko had the following to say.

“I'm a prizefighter,†Price said. “I fight. But it has to be agreed upon with my family. My management is my family. As long as we all decide together, we'll jump into the pit together and we'll do it. … Maybe combat, maybe punching, but hit me up for some UFC BJJ. I'll come grapple anybody.â€

Quotes via MMA Junkie

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