Twitter reacts to Michael Page’s Bellator 216 win over Paul Daley in fight that under-delivered

At long last, the grudge has been settled between Michael Page and Paul Daley. Unfortunately, the Bellator 216 headliner didn’t live up to the hype.

In a fight between two premier strikers that was billed “the biggest fight in the history of the U.K.,” Page survived a takedown-heavy game plan from Daley to come away with a unanimous-decision victory Saturday night. All three judges scored it 48-47 for Page, who advances to the semifinals of the welterweight grand prix, where he will meet former champion Douglas Lima.

Bellator 216 took place at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., and streamed on DAZN.

Check below for the top Twitter reactions to the Page vs. Daley main event.

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It's finally time for the grudge match. Heated rivals @MichaelPage247 and Paul Daley (@Semtex_170) are about to settle the score and decide who advances in the welterweight grand prix. https://t.co/uweBPJCsg5 pic.twitter.com/vtrhlQk14v

— MMAjunkie (@MMAjunkie) February 17, 2019

MVP vs. Daley. #Bellator216 pic.twitter.com/cVYIhdhUmd

— Simon Samano (@SJSamano) February 17, 2019

Daley-MVP is next. This is legitimately one of the best main events Bellator has ever put together, at least on paper.

It has both steak & sizzle. It's an entertaining grudge match, sure, but could be a unique striking battle, offers UK MMA status, semifinal spot & more. Major.

— Luke Thomas (@lthomasnews) February 17, 2019

The U.K right now #Bellator216 pic.twitter.com/CMsoDBUm32

— A b b e y S u b h a n (@kammakaze) February 17, 2019

This fight got me jacked up! #MVPvsDaley @BellatorMMA

— Brandon Girtz (@brandongirtzmma) February 17, 2019

In my humble opinion I don’t feel like bellator has very many good match ups, but this main event is going to be fire 🔥.

— Ray Borg (@tazmexufc) February 17, 2019

Three full minutes of nonstart action!

— Chuck Mindenhall (@ChuckMindenhall) February 17, 2019

This first round of the main event is not up for round of the year. #Bellator216

— Gorgeous George (@MMAjunkieGeorge) February 17, 2019

That shit gave me anxiety! Throw some punches! @BellatorMMA #Bellator216

— Brandon Girtz (@brandongirtzmma) February 17, 2019

Again I was right @ChaelSonnen! Daley shot first!

— Douglas Lima (@PhenomLima) February 17, 2019

Getting warmer…

— Luke Thomas (@lthomasnews) February 17, 2019

Did big john say that MVP is winning this round? I think you’re mistaken. #Bellator216

— Julian marquez (@JMarquezMMA) February 17, 2019

Waiter? I'm sorry, I ordered a big grudge match, not … this

— Dave Doyle (@davedoylemma) February 17, 2019

Remember when we thought this was going to be awesome? Those were the days.

— Fernanda Prates (@NandaPrates_) February 17, 2019

Never thought I would say this… @Semtex_170 just hit a beautiful takedown 🤯

— Phil Davis (@PhilMrWonderful) February 17, 2019

Here we go. 2-2 going into the 5th round. Who will win this grudge match and take bragging rights back to the UK. Not to mention the winner continues in the GP AND is closer to one mil. #Bellator216

— Gorgeous George (@MMAjunkieGeorge) February 17, 2019

I’ve got it 2-2. Who wins the final round??? @BellatorMMA

— Jenn Brown TV (@JennBrown) February 17, 2019

The problem with this fight is no matter who wins, it won't be a showcase for the winner. What I mean is that it's an important, hard-fought victory, but the best of either competitor isn't on display.

— Luke Thomas (@lthomasnews) February 17, 2019

I’m enjoying the technical exchanges between @Semtex_170 and @Michaelpage247 First round was frustrating but I get it. #Bellator216

— Amanda Bell (@TheLadyKiller00) February 17, 2019

OMG as bad as Page is at grappling, Daley might be worse! 🤯

— Ben Askren (@Benaskren) February 17, 2019

How about a draw and they can settle it on the next bare knuckle card? #Bellator216

— Gorgeous George (@MMAjunkieGeorge) February 17, 2019

MVP wins a decision. I loved how non-definitive he made that look!

— Chuck Mindenhall (@ChuckMindenhall) February 17, 2019

Michael Page joins A.J. McKee as the only fighters in history with 10 consecutive Bellator wins. #Bellator216

— Mike Bohn (@MikeBohnMMA) February 17, 2019

MVP vs. Daley is why I have trust issues.

— Fernanda Prates (@NandaPrates_) February 17, 2019

Douglas Lima @PhenomLima class act as always! I can’t wait to see @The305MVP and @PhenomLima 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

— Tatiana Suarez (@TSPMMA115) February 17, 2019

No matter who you thought won that, can we agree Lima will most likely smash them? 🤔 #Bellator216

— The Mane Event™ (@EliasTheodorou) February 17, 2019

Classic case of overhyped/underdelivered. Hey, it happens. #Bellator216 pic.twitter.com/krfrpSbslc

— Simon Samano (@SJSamano) February 17, 2019

Bellator 216 results: Michael Page survives Paul Daley's takedowns for decision win https://t.co/uzmYTafXHw

— MMAjunkie (@MMAjunkie) February 17, 2019