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Michael Page returned to welterweight and barely engaged in a low-action win over Sam Patterson at UFC London, taking a 30-27, 29-28, 29-28 decision amid loud boos from the crowd; the bout marked Page’s 4-1 UFC run after a middleweight stint and came despite Page's complaints about a long layoff and an unfavorable matchup with Patterson.
Joe Rogan blamed UFC matchmakers for booking a low-action London bout between Michael Page and Sam Patterson, calling it possibly the worst fight of 2026; the former training partners produced just 39 significant strikes in 15 minutes, sparking criticism and a warning that Page’s opponents may now avoid engagement, while Patterson saw his four-fight win streak end.
Joe Rogan called Michael Page vs Sam Patterson at UFC London one of the least exciting fights he’s seen, even likening it to the Ngannou–Lewis showdown; Page won by unanimous decision after a slow three rounds. Page later said he’s frustrated by matchmaking and lack of welterweight offers, but remains hopeful about big fights ahead in the UFC.
Dana White branded Michael Page’s UFC London performance a “bad fight” after Page won a three-round decision over Sam Patterson, with Page landing 33 strikes on 61 attempts and drawing boos from the home crowd; White reportedly left the arena early. Page remains 4-1 in the UFC, with his last knockout in Bellator (2019) and a 2023 leg‑kick finish before joining UFC.
Michael Page returned to the welterweight division with a lackluster unanimous decision over Sam Patterson at UFC London, a bout that drew heavy boos as the fighters combined for just 39 significant strikes and no takedowns, prompting mixed/critical reactions from peers and fans alike.