At the UFC London post-fight press conference, Dana White gave a blunt review of Michael “Venom” Page’s latest performance, and he did not try to soften the message.
Page defeated Sam Patterson by unanimous decision at The O2, but the atmosphere during and after the fight was rough. Fans booed extended low-output stretches, and the post-fight narrative quickly shifted away from the win itself toward the lack of action.
Asked about Page’s showing, White responded directly:
“I mean I didn’t think it was a great fight either. It was a bad fight. I don’t know. He won so we’ll see what’s next.”
Important point: Page still improved his UFC record, but this was the kind of win that can slow momentum instead of building it. In a stacked welterweight division, optics matter almost as much as scorecards.
By report, Page landed limited offense across three rounds while Patterson also struggled to force sustained action. The result was a tactical, low-risk fight that never found the explosive moments London crowds wanted in a featured slot.
Another key point: this was a chance for Page to make a statement after his recent activity run. Instead, the post-fight conversation shifted to pace, engagement, and whether he can deliver a signature UFC finish against top competition.
Page is now 4-1 in the UFC, with his only loss coming to Ian Machado Garry. The record is solid, but questions remain about ceiling and style consistency when the stakes rise.
Where this leaves MVP
White’s reaction suggests the UFC is unlikely to treat this performance as a springboard spot. The win helps in standings, but this was not the type of outing that forces the matchmakers to fast-track a contender leap. If Page wants a bigger assignment next, the message is clear: same technical control, more urgency and visible damage.
Dana White wasn’t impressed with MVP’s performance tonight:
“I didn’t think it was a great fight. It was a bad fight. He won, so we’ll see what’s next.” #UFCLondon https://t.co/LKXTFUs5tq pic.twitter.com/yZmfaFunDu
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) March 21, 2026
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That was rough… 😬 #UFCLondon
— Dan Hardy (@danhardymma) March 21, 2026
