Max Holloway Stands Firm: Ready to Prove Himself Against Gaethje at UFC 300
Former UFC featherweight champion Max Holloway isn’t one to dwell on past defeats. Despite his loss to Dustin Poirier at UFC 236 in 2019 during his last stint in the lightweight division, Holloway remains resolute in his pursuit of greatness. He’s set to face Justin Gaethje for the “BMF” belt at UFC 300 on April 13 in Las Vegas, and he’s determined to silence his critics once and for all.
Responding to renewed calls for his removal from the UFC 300 card, Holloway addressed the doubts surrounding his ability to perform at lightweight. “Everybody keeps on bringing up the fight with Poirier,” Holloway stated on his YouTube channel. “It is what it is, I said what I said. No excuses.” He emphasized that this time around, he’s had ample preparation, with over 10 weeks dedicated to training, compared to just six weeks for his previous lightweight bout.
At 32 years old, Holloway is coming off impressive victories over Arnold Allen and Chan Sung Jung. His upcoming opponent, Justin Gaethje, aged 35, is also on a winning streak, with recent victories over Rafael Fiziev and Dustin Poirier, earning him the “kind of stupid” BMF belt.
Despite the skepticism surrounding his decision to compete at higher weight classes, Holloway remains undeterred. “If you’re on the pound-for-pound list, you should be willing to fight anybody,” he declared. “That’s what the pound-for-pound list is for, right?” Holloway’s confidence and determination reflect his belief in his abilities, regardless of weight class.
In response to Holloway’s bold statements, Gaethje expressed his confidence ahead of their matchup. “I’m the best at creating damage,” Gaethje asserted, highlighting his formidable skills inside the Octagon. With both fighters poised to deliver a thrilling showdown, UFC 300 promises to be an event to remember.
As Holloway gears up to prove himself once again on the grand stage, he remains steadfast in his pursuit of greatness. “Just because you put a limit on yourself, don’t put a limit on others,” Holloway proclaimed. “We’re not the same.”
