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Fighter compensation has become a central controversy in MMA, with prominent athletes including Michael Venom Page, Dustin Poirier, and others publicly criticizing the UFC's pay structure. The discussion, featured prominently on March 20-21, 2026, highlights growing tension between fighters and Dana White over earnings compared to boxing and other combat sports. Michael Venom Page specifically called out the UFC for what he views as unfavorable matchmaking that doesn't benefit his career trajectory despite being a significant fight for his opponent. This emerging narrative suggests the fighter pay issue could reach a breaking point, potentially forcing the UFC to reconsider its compensation model.
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