Max Holloway made history at UFC 300 by defeating Justin Gaethje in spectacular fashion to claim the promotion’s coveted “BMF” belt. The fight culminated in a knockout that is already being hailed as one of the wildest in UFC history, leaving Gaethje unconscious on the mat as Holloway let out a primal scream of victory.
The win marks a career-defining moment for Holloway, who is already considered one of the most accomplished fighters in UFC history. Following his victory, Holloway wasted no time in calling out featherweight champ Ilia Topuria and lightweight champ Islam Makhachev for future fights, setting the stage for some exciting matchups in the coming months.
UFC president Dana White was so impressed with Holloway’s performance that he awarded him a $600,000 bonus for the knockout, pushing his career bonus earnings to a whopping $1.15 million, the highest in UFC history. Throughout the fight, Holloway showcased his vintage form, outstriking Gaethje in every round and operating at a speed that his opponent simply couldn’t match.
One of the defining moments of the fight came in the first round when Holloway landed a spinning backheel directly to Gaethje’s nose, sending him reeling and setting the tone for the rest of the bout. Despite Gaethje’s valiant efforts and some eye pokes along the way, it was Holloway who continued to dominate with significant strikes.
In the fifth round, Holloway had a clear decision win within his grasp, but instead chose to go for the knockout, resulting in the wild finish that delighted the crowd and left Gaethje sprawled on the mat. With this impressive victory, Max Holloway has solidified his status as one of the UFC’s all-time greats, leaving fans eagerly anticipating his next moves in the octagon.
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