How Did Max Holloway Get SO GOOD?

[@darkNovaskar]

When every fight camp is focused on possibly fighting Daniel Cormier. You're gonna get good.

[@michaelbest4857]

Underrated comment

[@yanyanzhang5813]

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]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@zorlockts5744]

Max wins by way of ankle pricking

[@Fafauney]

he’s eating everything max works for!

[@derrickjameson9953]

He got rid of that Yee yee ass haircut, that's how

[@supaslu]

This is funny as shit nigga

[@anthonyrivera-medina]

I don’t get it..

[@syleise8729]

@@anthonyrivera-medina shame

[@anthonyrivera-medina]

@@syleise8729 his new hair kinda sucks

[@muertinix]

Ah, I see you're a man of culture as well.

[@destinedlegacy3388]

I love the new addition of adding the fighters record and their losing/winning streak. It’s something small but is really cool!

[@TheArchitect5150]

it really puts each fight into context

[@1ofilee]

It brings the video together

[@barlo90]

Agreed

[@stevenshar1233]

Lets be honest, most of Max's losses are to future champs. Imo, he's already a legendary 145er

[@benlewis5312]

Only one is not, and Max was only 21

[@joeysmokes8326]

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]

@@joeysmokes8326 Prime Aldo is the featherweight GOAT..

[@oliverolson2261]

@@r91playsind max last performance beats any Aldo

[@donniethekhajiit5252]

@@r91playsind Max beats every version of Aldo.

[@MindFuelMedia7347]

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]

Fr

[@richardtominaga8957]

Max is a prime example of " you don't have to act tough to be tough..."

[@cristiandelvillar3121]

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]

@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

[@trigzzfrl3013]

People forget max is 29 and just know coming into his prime every fighter at 145-155 should be on notice

[@trigzzfrl3013]

@Fuh Q and how do come to that conclusion?

[@AuleileiMMA]

@Fuh Q how can you watch his last fight and say his prime is done? It looks like its just beginning.

[@ma.higiniablancoblanco1380]

@Fuh Q watch out guys we got a fortune teller over here

[@trigzzfrl3013]

@@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

[@AddictedGamerFIFA]

@@rorys9300 This is purely speculation that no one really knows for sure. We have no idea the exact links between damage and how well you take a shot, we can only base it on what we've seen from other fighters which could be caused by a variety of different reasons. We obviously can't just repeatedly punch someone in the head to monitor the effects, so everything is based on what people think will happen. Holloway's chin could hold up his entire career (unlikely, obviously) or he could get knocked out by a jab in his next fight (again, unlikely), no one truely knows. The most likely scenario will be somewhere in the middle, a big shot lands that earlier in his career he'd of probably been able to take it without any visible damage, but that's speculation too. To sum up my point; You're trying to act like your opinion are facts, which just isn't true.

[@kingkaywicked6698]

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]

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]

That second fight was a draw for me

[@markuskidd546]

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]

@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]

@Fuh Q What are you smoking? Are you intoxicated?

[@WanderingBrushArt]

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]

That shit is insane but just to correct you it’s from ufc 1 not 3 lol that came out in 2017

[@ArielBojorquez]

I’m sure it was his hard work and training that made him good not a video game

[@CT-mw7fn]

@@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]

@@CT-mw7fn haha I have never played the games lol..

[@WanderingBrushArt]

@@ArielBojorquez wrong, it was video games and butter sandwiches

[@thepolticalone961]

He trains to the max

[@Melkorify]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@abudabudiki1853]

YES YES!

[@thedonofthsht76-58]

BUD UM PSSSSS😂😂

[@jordanfrancisco27]

Good one Sir!

[@AnonYmous-ob7py]

He deserves to me in the Holloway of fame

[@dare_he_is]

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]

Also, he's fighting little guys

[@kyleallen6395]

@@craigman7262 yeah you are a casual

[@rainman11]

@@craigman7262 but Kattar is the same size as max. 🤔 also guys like Zabit, Yair, Ortega, etc. are similar size to max as well.

[@abeu]

Payakaroon? Wow no wonder. Samart is a god in striking.

[@thorn3802]

@@craigman7262 Now u got nothing to say lol

[@ButterBallTheOpossum]

Max really is an inspirational guy. Pure heart,hard work,positivity and determination. Hell he's even an amazing father.

[@ballons11]

Not really a video about how he got so good, but rather a video on the history of his fights.

[@mason6616]

How good was gray Maynard actually pls

[@coleschott007]

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.

[@ImSpun13]

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]

incorrect

[@ImSpun13]

@@saahirahmed3323 Hater.

[@saahirahmed3323]

@@ImSpun13 once again incorrect

[@ImSpun13]

@@saahirahmed3323 Nobody likes you.

[@saahirahmed3323]

@@ImSpun13 nah just u lol

[@benlewis5312]

I think it is awesome that both Max and Dustin adjusted after losing to Conor and went on incredible runs

[@khabibistheking7686]

Poirier was ranked 5 when McGregor slept him Poirier was a high level fighter when McGregor slept him easily those excuses sounds off

[@jackthewinter5066]

Best Featherweight with Jose Aldo, I have the same feeling with Dustin Poirier, Win or lose I go with Max Holloway.

[@senseicorey9979]

Max has gained my respect over the last few years

[@serenawilliamslovesbigwhit5029]

Lol Volk is 3-0 against Max and Aldo

[@jackthewinter5066]

@@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]

@@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]

@@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

[@Asuma492]

Thumbnail says it all, he grew his hair out that's now he got better.

[@rapturemanproductions9788]

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”

[@mr.e6748]

You put so much work in bro, we all appreciate it.

[@PaleHorse73]

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.

[@matheuslcintra]

Where is the Overeem interview? you better have asked my question about the "WHOA.. VERY FANTASTIC BODY!" guy... Great content man

[@_Egil]

I love you! Overeem!!!

[@anthonyhertlein4629]

OVEREEMU!

[@jacobnestle3805]

I've been keeping an eye on Max since 2015. Amazing dude, great video.

[@black_pig_iron]

I've been hounding mma videos this past month and it's all thanks to you dude, thank you

[@justnxk]

All of his adventures that he experienced was just the beginning 🤯🔥

[@adamwilliams8599]

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]

His editing is awesome!!!

[@daithiocinnsealach1982]

Max has gained a ton of new fans in recent times including myself. Also Dustin. Two great warriors.

[@SanteriaFilms]

How good was Matt Serra actually

[@dannyhipolito817]

Amazing grappler, but pretty much a one hit wonder due to his monumental win against GSP

[@SergantLighting]

Possibly the worst UFC champ of all time

[@rozennbergfridi9206]

@@SergantLighting Did you heard for a Marty Usman? 😂

[@Leon-bt7gw]

@@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]

@@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.

[@samuelmedina4525]

Yes , undoubtedly a HOF in the future .. a true warrior .

[@Hats502]

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

[@solidboss1738]

2:30 lmao that's literally the wwe heavyweight title,with x1 over it.

[@babcockdasolution8304]

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

[@floriporiofficial]

Max is already a legend. Always a bless to see his fights! Still waiting for the DC fight though

[@seefela1845]

Kiiyon you're the 🐐 Giving us knowledge about mma fighters that we will never know

[@tuvoune]

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 ;)

[@Twxst616]

Max is by far my favourite UFC fighter ever, the attitude and the output is just unmatched imo and you cannot hate the guy

[@streakydrip8792]

Fastest growing MMA channel!! Love the vids brother, keep posting I'll keep supporting.

[@gsutherland3614]

that last fight was probably the most amazing striking performance in history. the sheer output was inhuman

[@benjaminrichard7741]

Max is going to go down in history as a freakin legend. What a champ!

[@jeepamir508]

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

[@Starcraftgamer97]

I don't really watch MMA much but your videos are great. Just figured I would let you know.

[@retahdude]

This was an exceptional episode because I’m from Hawaii and I’m a huge Max fan

[@alfonzo9289]

I became a huge fan of him after his last few fights. He's a real one.

[@senseicorey9979]

Hes become one of my favorites

[@Gematrinator]

@@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

[@thatsithlord9906]

That Holloway v Ortega match is timeless

[@madgavin7568]

Please do a video on Igor Vovchanchyn. Underrated old-school fighter with a legendary career.

[@gh0rochi363]

I second this

[@amykushcol]

This is an awesome video!! Very thorough, entertaining, and a great pace.

[@dattrax7]

Sensational video!!! Only seen his last fight against Kater.

[@dr.little7311]

Max is only 29 and he’s entering his prime for sure! He’s for sure going to go down as one of the best 145ers ever.

[@kareemelrefaay5300]

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

[@amanteapasionado6836]

Experience grows confidence, you do something enough times it becomes easier therefore you become better at it.

[@253MC]

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.

[@sochioranmyaku]

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]

Have always been a fan, but that was the moment he became my favourite fighter.

[@liilmj5299]

he jus now starting to get in his prime which is crazy because hes already accomplished so much

[@drinny2214]

if i had to guess, i’d say fighting and training. Who knows tho

[@harrymiles2906]

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.

[@expe214]

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.

[@Dash101]

He lost a fight many thought he won against Volkanovski. That lit a fire under him. And now he's headed to title contention.

[@BD-vr5lu]

Max is gonna have one of those careers that when it’s all said and done people with throw his name in Goat talks

[@milkweedreflections]

Damn, Kiiyon looking like a straight up King lately.

[@ye.ha.8378]

he finished Brian ortega before the fifth round not before the 4th and he didn't lose the second fight with Alexander

[@juanmanu9652]

Love watching your videos Kiiyon..keep up the good work bro.

[@tobo7580]

Honestly, even if you get blasted by the divisions champ for three times, and still go on to dominate the other fighters in your weight class, you should receive as many title shots as you earn. If you are the best out all the non champion fighters and prove it over and over again... Then it is what it is...

[@Makai77]

The best is Blessed 🙌

[@EightOEight808]

He’s BLESSED!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🔥🔥

[@tyrone4u559]

I really like this video, very well done

[@marcocampos1102]

You have great content. Thank you.

[@Lakas78]

gr8 video kiiyon. you left no turn left unstoned

[@Allinone_MMA]

Isn’t it weird that we can always look back and say there was more wrestling involved in Conor vs max than there was striking (yes Ik it was cause of Conor’s ACL tear during the fight) but still. Funny to think abu, but still the striking in that fight was very nice

[@imnotwatchin]

Max fought some warriorss in his time and still has a long way to go !! God Tier !

[@linag7308]

It was a decision Conor didn't stop him. Some of the video looks old!😂🤣 Love for the Diaz Brothers!

[@erikmendez8798]

I love your videos so much, I wish you could do these for boxing too

[@kingtut469]

Been waiting for this vid!

[@zero13285]

Yo love your channel always looking forward to you next video my guy. Keep it up!

[@josemeza7358]

Good job on this video brother. Wow great content!

[@georgeanagnos384]

Love this commentary on Holloway! Would you consider doing “How good was Rich Franklin, actually”?

[@mikeycashin476]

I had him clearly winning 3 rounds in the second Volko fight. Best FW of all time.

[@alexwilliamfisher]

Man you killing it with content man. Keep it up!

[@AwesomeBosses100]

I believe part of it's his age. Now that he's almost 30 his body is fully matured and he's starting to get that 'old' man strength and conditioning. Add all the experience, confidence, and fine tuning of technique to that you got a killer. Robert Whitaker is going through a very similar story of being a young champ, losing, and coming back looking better and getting older.

[@junkang3307]

I couldnt say it any better. in my opinion after watching the ortega fight max is just on a whole different level. Volkanovski definitely has a problem now

[@lmccoy112]

Our boi Kiyon “Farrah Fawcett” Kimura back with the gems 😤

[@KingsofTruth425]

Great video man.

[@Wildflower-xe8sn]

Thing is, he just keeps getting better

[@sumo-ninja]

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

[@spicydogsoup]

Max need to build strength. He's a volume fighter.

[@Mattwest1985]

1:21 especially since so many think he won that second fight easy. Some even think he didn’t lose the first!

[@GioGraphicGaming]

sending the video to maxs moderators right now hope i get him to see it for you

[@mariuspetre1613]

Thank you!

[@cabso]

He didn't lose that belt, they gave it to the other guy... He beat Volk in that second fight...

[@stevenanthony7285]

Improving on something already legendary is unthinkable but somehow max accomplished it beyond anyone's expectations. Cant wait for the 3rd volkanovski fight.

[@Leicestercity2016]

Love these vids

[@GrandSupremeeJr]

Solid content man.

[@keenkeen92]

I love seeing you cover the legends of the sport, but I think a great service to the hardcore fans would be doing a “How Good was ‘____’ Actually?” Video focusing on a fighter you think is Over/Under rated. Could shed some good light and inspire some good discussion.

[@killa3x]

kiiyon!!!!!!!! good shit brother

[@kalyxhighgrade5176]

great job bro

[@InsideAssassin2]

I really love this series

[@gregorygabaylo4549]

AWESOME VIDEO!

[@moneymarc3762]

nice video... well done sir

[@mannybuscus]

I've been here sin kiyon was bald, still great content