At UFC 300 in Las Vegas, Max Holloway delivered a stunning performance that honored the BMF title, despite its unconventional status in the universe of championships.
In a thrilling showdown against Justin Gaethje, Holloway showcased his prowess with a sensational last-second knockout that sealed his dominance in the Octagon.
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Transitioning from his featherweight reign to compete in the lightweight division, Holloway (26-7) immediately asserted control with his superior speed and elusive footwork, making it challenging for Gaethje (25-5) to mount any significant offense.
Gaethje, the reigning BMF belt holder, found himself increasingly struggling after absorbing a devastating spinning back kick from Holloway just before the end of Round 2, leaving his nose bloodied and his face a crimson mask for the remainder of the fight.
UFC 300: Holloway’s Bold Fight and Stunning Victory
Although Gaethje managed to momentarily stagger Holloway with a powerful right hand in the closing moments of Round 4, UFC Stats controversially refrained from crediting him with what could have been the first knockdown of Holloway’s career.
![Max Holloway delivers a knockout blow to Justin Gaethje during their UFC 300 matchup](https://reelzap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Max-Holloway-Knocks-Out-Justin-Gaethje.jpeg)
Despite this brief setback, Holloway swiftly regained control in the final round, showcasing his resilience and determination.
In a spectacular finish, Holloway ignored caution and called Gaethje in for a last-minute fight in the Octagon’s center, with victory appearing certain with only seconds remaining.
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It was a bold move that perfectly captured Holloway’s solid fighting attitude and made a lasting impression on UFC 300.