Max Holloway (23-7) is a featherweight mixed martial artist hailing from Waianae, Hawaii.
Known for his incredible striking skills, excellent footwork and killer instinct. Holloway’s made a name for himself as one of the most formidable featherweights of all time.
He’s had a storied career with some incredible performances. Ahead of his upcoming bout at UFC Fight Night Holloway vs Allen, we take a look at three fights that stand out as the most impressive.
Top 3 Fights in the Career of Max Holloway
Max Holloway vs. Brian Ortega – UFC 231
Perhaps the most famous fight in Max Holloway’s career, his battle against Brian Ortega at UFC 231 was a masterclass in striking.
Despite facing one of the best jiu-jitsu artists in MMA. Holloway was never in danger on the ground, instead opting to keep the fight standing where he had a huge advantage.
His striking was on display from the very beginning. With crisp jabs, hooks and uppercuts finding their mark early and often.
Ortega attempted to turn the fight into a grappling match. However, Holloway’s takedown defence was too much for him to handle.
He stuffed every takedown attempt and was quick to get back to his feet when put on the ground.
By the end of the fourth round, Ortega’s face was badly beaten and the referee stepped in to stop the fight.
It was a ruthless display of striking and Holloway’s domination was impossible to ignore.
Max Holloway vs. Jose Aldo II – UFC 218
Max Holloway’s first fight against Jose Aldo was impressive in its own right, but the rematch at UFC 218 was far more impressive.
Holloway was the undisputed featherweight champion heading into the fight, but Aldo had been a dominant force in the division for years. Aldo was also widely regarded as one of the greatest featherweights of all time.
Despite Aldo’s reputation, Holloway showed no fear as the two fighters squared off.
He immediately began to chip away at Aldo with leg kicks, slowly wearing him down round by round.
Even though Aldo managed to land some solid shots of his own. Holloway’s pressure and volume were too much for him to handle.
In the third round, Holloway dropped Aldo with a vicious combination and finished him off with strikes on the ground.
It was a stunning display of skill and power as Holloway proved that he was the rightful champion at featherweight.
The fact that he was able to put away a legendary fighter like Aldo in such a dominant fashion only cemented his status as one of the top pound-for-pound fighters in the world.
Max Holloway vs. Anthony Pettis – UFC 206
Holloway’s fight against Anthony Pettis at UFC 206 was another showcase of his striking skills. It was also a display of his incredible heart and resilience.
Pettis was a former lightweight champion and a dangerous striker in his own right, but Holloway was willing to show that he was the better fighter.
The first round was a back-and-forth battle with both fighters landing some solid shots.
Pettis was able to take Holloway down in the second round and looked like he might be able to impose his will on the ground.
But Holloway refused to stay down, eventually scrambling back to his feet and continuing to push the pace.
In the third round, Holloway’s striking began to take over.
He landed a series of punches and kicks that visibly hurt Pettis, and eventually dropped him with a body shot.
Pettis was unable to continue, declaring Holloway the winner by TKO.
It was an incredible performance from Holloway, who showed just how tough and resilient he could be in the face of adversity.
Even when Pettis had him in a bad spot, he refused to give up and was able to turn the tide in his favour.
It was a true testament to Holloway’s fighting spirit and his determination to come out on top.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Max Holloway’s career has been full of exciting fights and incredible performances, but these three stand out as the most impressive.
From his ruthless domination of Brian Ortega to his stunning knockout of Jose Aldo, there’s no doubt that Holloway is one of the best featherweights of all time.
And his display of heart and resilience against Anthony Pettis only cements his legacy as a true warrior in the octagon.
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