Jared Cannonier vs Michael "Venom" Page Prediction: Can Cannonier’s endurance offset Page’s speed?

Jared Cannonier vs Michael "Venom" Page Prediction and Odds on the Match on August 17, 2025

Scheduled as the Main Card (fight 10 of 13) under the 185 lbs (83.9 kg) weight class, this match is expected to be highly exciting. It will take place at the United Center, Chicago, Illinois, United States. Both fighters have won three matches and two losses. Who will win this encounter? Here at Telecom Asia, we take a look at the match’s preview and offer free betting opportunities.

Jared Cannonier's recent form

Jared Cannonier, known as “The Killa Gorilla,” is a seasoned veteran and former middleweight title challenger with a record of 18-8-0. Most recently, he scored a spectacular fourth-round TKO win over Gregory Rodrigues and continues to demonstrate durability and experience in high-stakes matchups. He has lost six times in his career. Out of his six losses, two were knockouts and four were decision losses. He fought and won both his bouts in the amateur division, both in 2011 against Isaac Taylor and Josh Aynes. His first seven professional bouts were a winning streak, which was later broken by Shawn Jordan with a knockout in round 1. Jared’s penultimate fight was a split decision victory against Sean Strickland, while his last fight was a unanimous decision win against Marvin Vettori. Jared Cannonier hopes to get his third win in a row against Nassourdine in Kentucky.

Jared Cannonier`s Strength

Jared “The Killa Gorilla” Cannonier is a seasoned UFC veteran whose blend of crisp striking, forward pressure, and knockout power makes him a constant danger inside the Octagon. While his wrestling is not his primary weapon, his ability to mix it in keeps opponents guessing. Cannonier’s recent knockout win over Gregory Rodrigues reaffirmed his status as one of the division’s most dangerous finishers.

Michael "Venom" Page's recent form

Michael Page, known as "The Venom," recently defeated Carlos Condit at Polaris 30 by unanimous decision. He joined the UFC in 2024 and currently holds a record of one win and one loss, both by decision. Before that, he built an impressive career in Bellator MMA, with 17 wins and 2 losses. His last fight was at UFC 303: Pereira vs. Procházka 2, where he lost a unanimous decision to Ian Machado Garry. Before that, he secured dominant wins over Kevin Holland (unanimous decision) and Goiti Yamauchi (leg kick TKO). In 2022, he missed out on the Bellator MMA Interim Welterweight Championship, losing a close split decision to Logan Storley. Despite that, he has beaten several top fighters, including: Ricky Rainey (knockout, punches), Nah-shon Burrell (unanimous decision), Rudy Bears (TKO, punches), Evangelista Santos (TKO, flying knee), Fernando Gonzalez (split decision), Paul Daley (unanimous decision) and Douglas Lima (split decision).

Michael "Venom" Page`s Strength

Michael “Venom” Page (23-3-0), meanwhile, brings a flashy, stand-out striking style forged from taekwondo, karate, and kung fu, characterized by high accuracy and low-volume, movement-based offense designed to control distance and deliver heavy counterstrikes.

Jared Cannonier vs Michael "Venom" Page Betting Insights, Tips & Odds

• Jared Cannonier is one of the few fighters in modern UFC history to have earned KO/TKO victories in three separate weight classes, joining Conor McGregor in that exclusive category, highlighting his adaptability and elite striking power. The bookies have Jared Cannonier to win by technical knockout at 7.00 odds in the 1xbet bookmaker.
• Michael “Venom” Page enters as the betting favorite boasting 12 first-round finishes and a small reach advantage (79″ reach versus Cannonier’s 77.5″). The option is available at 2.00 odds in the 1XBet bookmaker for Michael “Venom” Page to win by decision or technical decision.

Jared Cannonier vs Michael "Venom" Page Expert Betting Tip

This matchup is expected to be a close one between experience and expertise. Michael Page is the most experienced in this bout, with the reach and height advantage as well. Cannonier, 41, is in better shape than many in their early 30s, aiming to live past 120 while staying in peak form. Still top-8, with recent losses only to new-gen elites Imavov and Borralho, he remains deadly at mid-range. At 38, Page hasn’t lost his trademark speed, timing, or reflexes — schooling strikers like Shara Bullet, Ian Garry, and Kevin Holland. From long range, he’s among the best in the game. I’m expecting a similar result this fight as he’s fighting an older, shorter fighter in Jared Cannonier. Cannonier is 1-3 against opponents over 6’2”, and Page stands 6’3”. This fight should stay on the feet the entire time, and everyone knows MVP is quicker and longer there. Cannonier will probably be headhunting in the 3rd when he’s down 2-0 so as long as MVP doesn’t get caught he should be good to win by decision. Jared Cannonier has clear value given his durability, experience, and proven ability to stay competitive against elite strikers. Cannonier has been finished three times in his UFC career, and his toughness, cardio, and defensive fundamentals make him difficult to dominate on the scorecards. Even against high-accuracy, counter-oriented opponents, he has shown the ability to win rounds or keep them razor-close through steady forward pressure, heavy leg kicks, and power shots. Michael “Venom” Page’s low-volume, range-control style means he often wins by narrow margins rather than blowouts, creating opportunities for Cannonier to bank rounds with aggression and cage control. With +3.5 points, Cannonier can either win outright or lose a competitive decision and still cash the bet, making this a strong angle in a fight where his physicality, pressure, and championship-level experience should ensure he’s in every round

Our First prediction is +3.5 Handicap W1 at 1.60 odds on 1xbet

Our Second Prediction is a W2 win by decision or technical decision at 2.00 odds on bet365

Our third prediction is W2 win by decision or submission at 1.90 odds on Betway