Michael Page Hands Sharabutdin Magomedov First MMA Defeat
Michael Page defeated Sharabutdin Magomedov by decision in the co-main event of UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Imavov in Riyadh on February 1, 2025.
Magomedov, nicknamed “Shara Bullet,” entered the fight with immense momentum. His MMA career began with an undefeated record of 12 wins, punctuated by his dominant debut at UFC 308 on October 19, 2024. At that event, held at Madison Square Garden in New York City, Magomedov overwhelmed Jamie Pickett with a first-round TKO. The performance established him as one of the most promising middleweight prospects in the UFC.
However, Michael Page, a veteran of the Bellator and UFC circuits, proved to be a different challenge altogether. Known for his unorthodox striking and explosive movement, Page utilized his extensive kickboxing experience to outpace Magomedov throughout three intense rounds. Page’s strategy was clear—keep the fight at distance and frustrate his younger opponent with precision strikes and elusive footwork. By the end of the third round, the judges awarded Page the victory with scores of 30-27, 29-28, and 29-28.
Magomedov displayed heart and resilience in the bout, landing several powerful punches and attempting to close the distance. Despite the loss, the 30-year-old fighter remains a key figure to watch in the middleweight division. Page, at 37 years old, further cemented his legacy as one of the sport’s elite strikers, with his performance drawing praise from fans and analysts alike.
Sources: MMAFighting, BloodyElbow, SportsKeeda.
