Shara Magomedov suffered his first career loss at UFC Saudi Arabia to Michael Page, but also says he was not at the peak of health.

“Bullet” dropped a unanimous decision to Page — who moved up from welterweight to take the contest — losing a pair of 30-27’s and a 29-28 on the judges’ scorecards. The speed, craftiness, and elusive movement seemed to throw Magomedov off throughout the fight, but following the loss, the 30-year-old released his first statement which he states he entered the fight with a bad health issue.

“The pirate sails into the harbor, but I will return,” Magomedov said.

“I knew all the risks when stepping in with such a nightmarish health condition and preparation. I felt that despite everything, I could still win—but it didn’t work out, and that’s it.

“Thank you to the UFC organization for this opportunity and to everyone involved. I wanted to put on a show and meet expectations without canceling the fight. Thank you to everyone who stands by me in any situation! Alhamdulillah.”

Magomedov didn’t reveal any specifics in regards to his health prior to the fight. Prior to the loss to Page, Magomedov earned decision wins over Michal Oleksiejczuk and Bruno Silva, along with stoppage wins over Antonio Trocoli, and in one of 2024’s best knockouts, Arman Petrosyan at UFC 308 in October.