5 of the best welterweights outside of the UFC

#4. Michael 'Venom' Page - Bellator welterweight

England's Michael 'Venom' Page is one of the biggest welterweight stars outside of the UFC. His flashy fighting style, outspoken personality, and bizarre antics both inside and outside the cage have seen him build a huge fanbase.

Currently holding a record of 19-1, Page has looked nothing short of incredible in all but one of his pro MMA performances. Unfortunately, Page's sole loss was also the sole title shot of his Bellator career. He was knocked unconscious by Douglas Lima.

However, since then, MVP has put together a five-fight winning streak, with his most recent performance against Derek Anderson arguably the most impressive of the lot. He now has a number one contender fight on his hands against the one man to defeat him, Douglas Lima.

Bellator 153: Holloway v Page

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#3. Magomed Magomedkerimov - PFL welterweight

One of the lesser-known names on this list, the PFL's Magomed Magomedkerimov, holds a record of 28-5 and is currently riding a 12-fight winning streak. A pro MMA fighter since 2008, Magomedkerimov has competed for a variety of promotions, finally finding a home in the PFL.

Magomedkerimov signed for the PFL in 2018, and has since amassed nine consecutive wins and won the welterweight title. He holds two victories over former UFC fighter Bojan Velickovic, as well as a submission finish over PFL veteran Ray Cooper III.

Magomedkerimov will next face off against João Zeferino in the semi-finals of the PFL welterweight season. A win here would see him once again compete for the promotion's 170-pound title.