UFC 319, scheduled for August 16 in Chicago, will feature a notable addition to its middleweight lineup as Jared Cannonier faces Michael Venom Page. This fight marks a significant bout between two experienced fighters in the 185-pound division.

Michael Venom Page’s Shift to Middleweight

Michael Venom Page, currently ranked 15th at welterweight, seems committed to competing at middleweight, at least for the near future. His most recent fight took place in February against Shara Magomedov at 185 pounds, where he secured a victory. Before that, he had two welterweight contests against Kevin Holland and Ian Machado Garry, starting his UFC career in that weight class.

Jared Cannonier’s Recent Victory and Career Outlook

Jared Cannonier, a former title challenger, earned an important win in his last fight by defeating Gregory Rodrigues at The APEX. Despite a challenging beginning, Cannonier secured a stoppage in the fourth round, breaking a previous two-fight losing streak. Now 41 years old, Cannonier aims to build on this momentum as he prepares for his upcoming match against Page.

Implications for Both Fighters

This middleweight clash is pivotal for Cannonier and Page. Cannonier intends to continue his resurgence, while Page looks to advance into the top ten of the 185-pound division. Their matchup at UFC 319 is expected to be a key moment that could shape their paths in the middleweight rankings.