How Did Max Holloway Get SO GOOD?
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How Did Max Holloway get SO GOOD?
Max Holloway is on another level. After his win against Calvin Katter, many including myself are not only saying it was the best performance of his career, but in all of MMA. And this comes after a legendary run as UFC featherweight champion. Then he lost that belt and it really seemed like there was no path for him to capture gold at 145. But once again, he proved many wrong. Yes, he has been doubted early in his career when his first 2 years with the promotion saw him go 3-3. It really seemed like he was going to be another UFC gatekeeper. But then he went on a 9 fight win streak before winning the interim belt. And would go on to defeat longtime great, Jose Sldo, to capture the undisputed championship. But even if you were to compare that version of him to today, we’re looking at even more improved fighter. So how did Max Holloway get so good?
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When every fight camp is focused on possibly fighting Daniel Cormier. You're gonna get good.
@michaelbest4857
3 жыл бұрын
Underrated comment
@yanyanzhang5813
3 жыл бұрын
Please, we all know Max is even better than he let on against Kattar. Dude’s been working on those takedowns so he can submit Cormier.
@albertogarcia305
3 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@zorlockts5744
3 жыл бұрын
Max wins by way of ankle pricking
@Fafauney
3 жыл бұрын
he’s eating everything max works for!
He got rid of that Yee yee ass haircut, that's how
@supaslu
3 жыл бұрын
This is funny as shit nigga
@anthonyrivera-medina
3 жыл бұрын
I don’t get it..
@syleise8729
3 жыл бұрын
@@anthonyrivera-medina shame
@anthonyrivera-medina
3 жыл бұрын
@@syleise8729 his new hair kinda sucks
@muertinix
3 жыл бұрын
Ah, I see you're a man of culture as well.
Can't believe you didn't mention how Max wasn't even looking at Katar, talking to DC, dodging attacks and attacking back. That shit was pure ultra instinct. I spit my drink out when I saw him do that.
@Trekzity
Жыл бұрын
Fr
I love the new addition of adding the fighters record and their losing/winning streak. It’s something small but is really cool!
@TheArchitect5150
3 жыл бұрын
it really puts each fight into context
@1ofilee
3 жыл бұрын
It brings the video together
@barlo90
3 жыл бұрын
Agreed
Lets be honest, most of Max's losses are to future champs. Imo, he's already a legendary 145er
@benlewis5312
3 жыл бұрын
Only one is not, and Max was only 21
@joeysmokes8326
3 жыл бұрын
I believe he’s already proven that he’s the best 145er in history...now he’s just building his resume to be seen as a goat of mma
@r91playsind
3 жыл бұрын
@@joeysmokes8326 Prime Aldo is the featherweight GOAT..
@oliverolson2261
3 жыл бұрын
@@r91playsind max last performance beats any Aldo
@donniethekhajiit5252
3 жыл бұрын
@@r91playsind Max beats every version of Aldo.
Max is a prime example of " you don't have to act tough to be tough..."
People forget max is 29 and just know coming into his prime every fighter at 145-155 should be on notice
@trigzzfrl3013
3 жыл бұрын
@Fuh Q and how do come to that conclusion?
@AuleileiMMA
3 жыл бұрын
@Fuh Q how can you watch his last fight and say his prime is done? It looks like its just beginning.
@ma.higiniablancoblanco1380
3 жыл бұрын
@Fuh Q watch out guys we got a fortune teller over here
@rorys9300
3 жыл бұрын
@Samuelu Johnston He’s talking in terms of an ability to take a shot which is true. Your chin doesnt recover and max has a lot of mileage on him despite only being 29. Hes in his prime skillwise but athleticwise who knows cause of all the damage hes taken. Fight years is measured in mileage not your age
@trigzzfrl3013
3 жыл бұрын
@@rorys9300 yeah but he took kattars best shots and smiled so his chin is showing no signs of whittling so that guy is just talking shit lol
He trains to the max
@Melkorify
3 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
@abudabudiki1853
3 жыл бұрын
YES YES!
@thedonofthsht76-58
3 жыл бұрын
BUD UM PSSSSS😂😂
@jordanfrancisco27
3 жыл бұрын
Good one Sir!
@AnonYmous-ob7py
3 жыл бұрын
He deserves to me in the Holloway of fame
I AM AWARE THESE VIDEOS TAKE WORK AND IM SURE YOURE SICK OF EVERYONE DEMANDING SHIT I JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW EVERY ONE OF THESE IS GREAT AND DEARLY APPRECIATED
@cristiandelvillar3121
3 жыл бұрын
@DESATROYAH IS BACK BITCHES WITH VENGEANCE! haha true, also did you put DESTROYAH because of Godzilla? Because if you did you are my kind of person bro lol
he got so good by figuring out combos that work on UFC 3 video game, didnt y'all see his interview on it? oh that and achieving Ultra Instinct his last fight, that shit was wild !
@CT-mw7fn
3 жыл бұрын
That shit is insane but just to correct you it’s from ufc 1 not 3 lol that came out in 2017
@ArielBojorquez
3 жыл бұрын
I’m sure it was his hard work and training that made him good not a video game
@CT-mw7fn
3 жыл бұрын
@@ArielBojorquez no you’re right but watch him on jre podcast. When he first got into the ufc he didn’t have a striking coach and use Barao and Aldo in the game to do combos and see what worked and would practice them on pads
@WanderingBrushArt
3 жыл бұрын
@@CT-mw7fn haha I have never played the games lol..
@WanderingBrushArt
3 жыл бұрын
@@ArielBojorquez wrong, it was video games and butter sandwiches
The reason why the third fight makes sense isn't just cuz of how he looked against kattar, it's cuz the second fight was Hella controversial, and although I don't think that volk doesn't deserve the belt, max won that fight for me , but it was so close I don't mind seeing it go Alex's way. Either. Way he deserves a title shot now
@chrisd2430
3 жыл бұрын
Exactly. If volk wipes Ortega the way max wiped kattar it’s very clear them two are the only people that should be fighting for gold because the skill gap is so large
@codyparker679
3 жыл бұрын
That second fight was a draw for me
@markuskidd546
3 жыл бұрын
I dont think he deserves another rematch, at least not yet. He needs to win another fight against a top contender to fight again for the gold. I mean, it’s just not fair. People like Bobby Knuckles didn’t get an immediate rematch. Noooo, he has to fight and win THREE fights in a row against top contenders(Costa V Whittaker fight is about to be finalized). I mean, that’s just insane, no offense to Max but Dana is super fucking bias.
@kingkaywicked6698
3 жыл бұрын
@Fuh Q lol bruh are you stupid? 4 or 5 times? What do you think this is, soccer or some shit? Na fam one more win AT THE MOST. And for the record, volk won round 4 and 5 and max got him round 1 and 2 and you can't tell me volk won round 3 by throwing more leg kicks
@NM-ev7pu
3 жыл бұрын
@Fuh Q What are you smoking? Are you intoxicated?
He didn’t _get so good,_ he’s *been so good* forever. Oh and Alex didn’t beat him twice, Max won that second fight and *EVERYBODY* knows this including Alex!
@saahirahmed3323
3 жыл бұрын
incorrect
@ImSpun13
3 жыл бұрын
@@saahirahmed3323 Hater.
@saahirahmed3323
3 жыл бұрын
@@ImSpun13 once again incorrect
@ImSpun13
3 жыл бұрын
@@saahirahmed3323 Nobody likes you.
@saahirahmed3323
3 жыл бұрын
@@ImSpun13 nah just u lol
It’s simple, he’s been training with Samart lately and has been training to his strengths while slowly building off of his weaknesses.
@craigman7262
3 жыл бұрын
Also, he's fighting little guys
@kyleallen6395
3 жыл бұрын
@@craigman7262 yeah you are a casual
@rainman11
3 жыл бұрын
@@craigman7262 but Kattar is the same size as max. 🤔 also guys like Zabit, Yair, Ortega, etc. are similar size to max as well.
@abeu
3 жыл бұрын
Payakaroon? Wow no wonder. Samart is a god in striking.
@thorn3802
3 жыл бұрын
@@craigman7262 Now u got nothing to say lol
Not really a video about how he got so good, but rather a video on the history of his fights.
Max really is an inspirational guy. Pure heart,hard work,positivity and determination. Hell he's even an amazing father.
I would like to add that it has been a pleasure to watch your confidence grow and see you relax and shine as a journalist commentator Kiiyon, with a fresh and unique angle on the MMA and sports figure story. You have the charisma and skill to go far and be in this business as long as you like. Much respect to you Kiiyon.
I've been hounding mma videos this past month and it's all thanks to you dude, thank you
You put so much work in bro, we all appreciate it.
Thumbnail says it all, he grew his hair out that's now he got better.
I've been keeping an eye on Max since 2015. Amazing dude, great video.
Man your editing is crazy! I love the way you put your vids together, it moves at a nice pace without leaving ANYTHING out!
@melvintate8186
3 жыл бұрын
His editing is awesome!!!
I think it is awesome that both Max and Dustin adjusted after losing to Conor and went on incredible runs
@khabibistheking7686
3 жыл бұрын
Poirier was ranked 5 when McGregor slept him Poirier was a high level fighter when McGregor slept him easily those excuses sounds off
This is an awesome video!! Very thorough, entertaining, and a great pace.
How good was gray Maynard actually pls
Kiiyon you're the 🐐 Giving us knowledge about mma fighters that we will never know
Where is the Overeem interview? you better have asked my question about the "WHOA.. VERY FANTASTIC BODY!" guy... Great content man
@_Egil
3 жыл бұрын
I love you! Overeem!!!
@anthonyhertlein4629
3 жыл бұрын
OVEREEMU!
Your honestly the best man subscribing rn
Sensational video!!! Only seen his last fight against Kater.
I don't really watch MMA much but your videos are great. Just figured I would let you know.
Fastest growing MMA channel!! Love the vids brother, keep posting I'll keep supporting.
I really like this video, very well done
Fuck man he surprised me with the facecam in the video and I was like “damn this man really out here being this cute huh”
All of his adventures that he experienced was just the beginning 🤯🔥
Best Featherweight with Jose Aldo, I have the same feeling with Dustin Poirier, Win or lose I go with Max Holloway.
@senseicorey9979
3 жыл бұрын
Max has gained my respect over the last few years
@serenawilliamslovesbigwhit5029
3 жыл бұрын
Lol Volk is 3-0 against Max and Aldo
@jackthewinter5066
3 жыл бұрын
@@serenawilliamslovesbigwhit5029 Volkanovski has 9 win streak on UFC And only one title defense. Is like you were saying that Chris Weidman is the best Middleweight just because he won Anderson Silva twice.
@khabibistheking7686
3 жыл бұрын
@@jackthewinter5066 Anderson Silva has 11 losses he lost to Uriah Hall who weidman slept as well silva is not betger then weidman silva tapped to takase and chonan while on roids silva is not good last W was before weidman slept him in 2012 lmdak
@khabibistheking7686
3 жыл бұрын
@@jackthewinter5066 Aldo never had a longer win streak then Volk Aldo got ktfo in 13 secondd lost to every champ at 145 not once beat one lol
Max is already a legend. Always a bless to see his fights! Still waiting for the DC fight though
Congrats Bro, the quality of your analysis , the details in your videos keep getting better :) Personnally i love how you build up your narrative every time, truly a work of a passionnate mma fan. Have a nice day ;)
Love watching your videos Kiiyon..keep up the good work bro.
2:30 lmao that's literally the wwe heavyweight title,with x1 over it.
gr8 video kiiyon. you left no turn left unstoned
You have great content. Thank you.
Max needs another shot at that title. If there was ever anyone who deserves it, he does. He's moved everything up to a new level.
This was an exceptional episode because I’m from Hawaii and I’m a huge Max fan
Max has gained a ton of new fans in recent times including myself. Also Dustin. Two great warriors.
Great video man.
Great video man
Love these vids
Solid content man.
AWESOME VIDEO!
Been waiting for this vid!
Good job on this video brother. Wow great content!
Gawd I still get chills about that fight ending sequence with Lamas. I felt Max fell in love with his hands against Aldo and didn't think he mixed bit up as much as he used to besides maybe the first 2 rounds of Volk #2 and of course the Kattar masterpiece. Without a doubt deserves to fight for the 'ship next. Always described him as an athletic Diaz, or Diaz with footwork
I love your videos so much, I wish you could do these for boxing too
Yo love your channel always looking forward to you next video my guy. Keep it up!
great job bro
He’s BLESSED!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🔥🔥
kiiyon!!!!!!!! good shit brother
nice video... well done sir
Man you killing it with content man. Keep it up!
he jus now starting to get in his prime which is crazy because hes already accomplished so much
Love this commentary on Holloway! Would you consider doing “How good was Rich Franklin, actually”?
that last fight was probably the most amazing striking performance in history. the sheer output was inhuman
I really love this series
Damn, Kiiyon looking like a straight up King lately.
Thank you!
Blessed!!
How good was Matt Serra actually
@dannyhipolito817
3 жыл бұрын
Amazing grappler, but pretty much a one hit wonder due to his monumental win against GSP
@SergantLighting
3 жыл бұрын
Possibly the worst UFC champ of all time
@rozennbergfridi9206
3 жыл бұрын
@@SergantLighting Did you heard for a Marty Usman? 😂
@Leon-bt7gw
3 жыл бұрын
@@rozennbergfridi9206 Kamaru is quite possibly the best welterweight to step into the octagon. Regardless of how you feel about his personality, his greatness and growing resume can’t be denied.
@rozennbergfridi9206
3 жыл бұрын
@@Leon-bt7gw we have to agree to disagree but i respect your opinion. For me Usman is is not better fighter than any of his openents, he is just better wrestler and he is stronger. Naturally gifterd athlete but not a fighter.
The best is Blessed 🙌
Experience grows confidence, you do something enough times it becomes easier therefore you become better at it.
sending the video to maxs moderators right now hope i get him to see it for you
To say he is a volume puncher is a massive understatement I doubt anyone can match the number of punches he throws or land I can even say a lot of elite fighters would struggle to land or even throw half of that number of punches and I didn’t even mentioned his accuracy pace or creativity I know his ground game isn’t the best but he has a good takedown defense and decent jujitsu One of the best P4P and the best featherweight of all time and one of the most entertaining fighters and the best is blessed
Max is gonna have one of those careers that when it’s all said and done people with throw his name in Goat talks
That Holloway v Ortega match is timeless
His performance against Cattar was breath-taking... Remind me exactly why I'm the fun of MMA. it's perfect that the fight that got me to MMA was Max vs Brian. And now Max vs Calvin made me even bigger fun of MMA and even bigger fan of Max
Our boi Kiyon “Farrah Fawcett” Kimura back with the gems 😤
He lost a fight many thought he won against Volkanovski. That lit a fire under him. And now he's headed to title contention.
I've been here sin kiyon was bald, still great content
Bruh you're looking like a top shelf chad 👌
Hunger, vision, perseverance and the heart of a champion! Great example of a pressure fighters that throws volumes on the level like Manny Pacquaio. Just when you think you've been hit with the last shot another follows.
You just can’t talk about that fight with Lamas without that legendary moment at 5:58 , I’ve watched that so many times hahaha
@Guerrilla_Grodd
3 жыл бұрын
Have always been a fan, but that was the moment he became my favourite fighter.
Max is by far my favourite UFC fighter ever, the attitude and the output is just unmatched imo and you cannot hate the guy
I got chills watching Max shout to the commentators and then just willingly eat a few shots from Kattar. Lot of people had been gassing up Kattar as the best boxer in the sport before that fight then Max goes and embarrasses him on national tv. It was so incredible to watch
THE BEST IS BLESSED!!!!
Max is going to go down in history as a freakin legend. What a champ!
Subbed now😃
What a resume! A true legend and not even 30 years of age! I would love to watch Max go on a lightweight tear to avenge his losses vs. dustin and conor. Max truly has GOAT potential if he can reclaim those fights.
daymmmm kiyon put on weight!!!!
For a long time I've been wondering who my favourite fighter is, And at first I thought it was Khabib or Tony but after that last fight Max has stole my heart.. 29 year old former champ who's only ever lossed to both future LW champs.. Hard to say he isn't already a cemented legend who is only just reaching his prime.
Please do a video on Igor Vovchanchyn. Underrated old-school fighter with a legendary career.
@gh0rochi363
3 жыл бұрын
I second this
I became a huge fan of him after his last few fights. He's a real one.
@senseicorey9979
3 жыл бұрын
Hes become one of my favorites
@Gematrinator
3 жыл бұрын
@@senseicorey9979 yeah that tends to happen, human nature really. You start winning and getting hype everybody loves you. Lmao i wonder if ir comment would still stand if he loses 3 times in a row
Max fought some warriorss in his time and still has a long way to go !! God Tier !
Yes , undoubtedly a HOF in the future .. a true warrior .
God Dang that mullet sonny. Giving Riff Raff a run for his money.
Thing is, he just keeps getting better
Max's breathing the same air as the Diaz brothers in that air is rarefied few people belong in that category to me and he's definitely one of them
if i had to guess, i’d say fighting and training. Who knows tho
I would like to see him one more time before title fight
5:55 "It was awesome." Tru dat!
This might not be a popular request but how about a video on Demian Maia or Shinya Aoki ?
Maximum effort!!!
Good video about my favorite fighter so you get a like lol