Max Holloway stunned the fighting world by brutally knocking out Justin Gaethje with just one second remaining in their UFC 300 title fight. As the entire MMA community watched in awe, fellow UFC fighter Alexander Volkanovski couldn’t believe what he was witnessing. Sat at home, he jumped out of his chair in pure shock when the knockout happened.
After the fight, Max Holloway wasted no time calling out possible future opponents, eyeing both Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria. The BMF title was clinched in style, leaving fellow fighters equally impressed. Before the headline event between Alex Pereira and Jamahal Hill, Max Holloway delivered an explosive knockout, tying the record for the latest knockout win in UFC history.
Told yas not to count him out!! #ufc300 #bmf pic.twitter.com/LjcNFbJT6B
— Alex Volkanovski (@alexvolkanovski) April 14, 2024
Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway’s love and hate relationship
Volkanovski, who has fought and beaten Holloway three times, posted a video on social media showing his reaction to the fight. In complete disbelief, he captioned it: “Told yas not to count him out!!”
Max Holloway’s victory was up on two judges’ scorecards when the knockout occurred, with the other scorecard having the fight as a draw. Fans and fellow fighters alike hailed it as one of the best knockouts in UFC history, and Holloway celebrated in the coldest fashion possible.
As for what’s next for Max Holloway, he has his sights set on potential opponents. He called for a rematch with Alexander Volkanovski, emphasizing that it’s crucial to determine if he lost the title after returning from a knockout too soon. Additionally, he expressed interest in facing lightweight champion Islam Makhachev or featherweight titlist Ilia Topuria.
Stay tuned for more electrifying moments in the UFC as these fighters continue to make their mark in the octagon!
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