Octagon MMA This is a novel ground for European combat sports fans, launching Octagon fantasyThe first official Fantasy MMA Fantasy League. Responding to the years of fans’ requests, the creative competition adds a novel layer of excitement, strategies and commitment to experience in Oktagon.
Player registrations are now open to octagonmma.com/en/fantasywith the first Draft Fighter takes place on Wednesday, October 1. The competition will take place by the end of 2025, giving participants a chance to compete for prestige and valuable prizes.
How fantasy octagon works
Participants will choose Trio athletes Oktagon before each event. Players can also predict Victory method In one designated fight. The correct types score points, helping competitors climb the performance ladder – with Novice Down Master.
The league will be evaluated every year and the results are reset each year. The platform will be available in Czech, English and GermanEnsuring accessibility for the growing international Oktagon fans base.
Awards for the best players
Participants are the most successful, win exclusive awards, including:
Signed hunting equipment
VIP tickets for live events
Exclusive Digital Collector’s Oktagon
Experience once in a lifetime with octagon fighters
The official premiere schedule
Beginning: Wednesday, October 1 (12:00 BST / 1PM CET / 7AM ET / 4AM PT)
Deadline Fighter Project for Oktagon 77 (Bratislava): Friday, October 3
Results published: Sunday, October 5
The same schedule will apply to all subsequent events: From Wednesday to Friday to choose, Sunday for the results.
Leadership on innovation
Oktagon co -owner Pavol Neruda He emphasized the importance of the premiere:
“We are proud that we are the first in Europe to bring such a sophisticated fantasy format. From the first day, Oktagon tried to be more than just a sports organization. We are innovators in the way we provide MMA to our fans, and Fantasy Oktagon is the next step-format that allows fans to compete not only for Prestige, but also in the case of experiences related to life.”
Co -owner and promoter Ondřej Novotný In addition:
“Fans have been asking for a fantasy league for years and we knew that when we delivered it, it had to be massive. We wanted something that excites both MMA fans and novel followers. This is another example of how we don’t want to just keep up with the tempo – we want to set it.”
Some Official Oktagon Discord server It will accompany the fantasy league. Players will receive ranks on the basis of the current level and gain access to chats with others at the same level, creating lively online community.
Raising a bar for MMA in Europe
Fantasy sports have long been the basis of the world’s largest leagues, but so far European MMA fans have not had an official fantasy competition. Thanks to Fantasy Oktagon, the promotion continues the mission of introducing innovation, extension around the world and connecting fans with sport at a deeper level.
The platform will be launched Beta formwith current updates and improvements. Registration and participation are Completely free On octagonmma.com/fantasy From October 1.
Michael
“Venom” Page says his new deal will pay him more than he earned
during his
Ultimate Fighting Championship tenure.
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€
MVP reveals he’ll make more money in his
three-fight Misfits deal than he did during his entire UFC run,
with seven figures per fight: “Misfits came with an absolutely
crazy deal, which means I’ve continued to grow and get better
financially. 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.”
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani)
October 12, 2026
Alistair Overeem wants to be part of the Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua boxing card on Dec. 11, and he wants Rico Verhoeven standing across the squared circle.
Overeem shared a post on social media suggesting the bout after mentioning his interest in transitioning to boxing, and issued a callout on his Instagram stories.
“Stop hiding,†Overeem wrote. “Let's make history.â€
Fury vs. Joshua takes place at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, and airs live on Netfilx.
Verhoeven was part of a massive boxing show this past May in Egypt, where he lost via controversial 11th-round stoppage in his boxing debut against heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk.
Prior to that match, Verhoeven remained undefeated in kickboxing for over a decade, reigning as the GLORY heavyweight champion. He was slated to face Overeem in 2021, but the MMA veteran withdrew due to an injury.
The former Strikeforce titleholder won four of his past six UFC bouts, all by knockout, between 2018 and 2021, including a first-round stoppage over Sergei Pavlovich. His UFC run also includes wins over former and future champions Fabricio Werdum, Frank Mir, Brock Lesnar, Junior dos Santos and Andrei Arlovski.
Ismael
Bonfim has been removed from the
Ultimate Fighting Championship roster.
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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