Crowd boos Venom Page
Michael “Venom” Page earned the decision over Sam Patterson but the London crowd booed the lack of action despite Page improving to 25‑3 (x.com) (mmajunkie.usatoday.com). The performance underlined a recurring tension at UFC cards: control and technique won the judges but left fans wanting fireworks (mmajunkie.usatoday.com).
Judges scored the three-round welterweight fight 30-27, 29-28 and 29-28, and the two men combined for under 40 total strikes in a bout at The O2 Arena on March 21, 2026. (sports.yahoo.com)) The London crowd booed loudly after each round and during the decision announcement, with post-fight video clips and highlights capturing audible jeers from the stands. (youtube.com)) Michael “Venom” Page improved to 4-1 inside the UFC while Sam Patterson dropped to 4-2 in the promotion after the unanimous decision. (mmajunkie.usatoday.com)) Media outlets described the contest as largely tactical and low-engagement, noting Page failed to produce the “highlight‑reel” finish he had promised during fight week. (espn.com)) High-profile commentators and analysts publicly blamed matchmaking for the mismatch of styles and the lackluster product, with Joe Rogan calling it a “crazy bad fight” and singling out matchmakers. (sports.yahoo.com)) The bout was the featured welterweight on UFC Fight Night 270 at The O2, a card otherwise highlighted by separate finishes that contrasted sharply with the Page–Patterson headliner. (middleeasy.com))
