WATCH: Mic’d up video shows referee Marc Goddard YELLING in shock after Max Holloway knocked out Justin Gaethje

UFC releases the mic'd up footage of Max Holloway's KO of Justin Gaethje and Marc Goddard's reaction is intense.

WATCH: Mic’d up video shows referee Marc Goddard YELLING in shock after Max Holloway knocked out Justin Gaethje

 Marc Goddard reacted passionately to Max Holloway knocking out Justin Gaethje (via Imago/X)

Fight fans witnessed a thrilling display of MMA excellence at UFC 300. Max Holloway dethroned Justin Gaethje as the ‘Baddest Motherf***r’ with a stunning last-second knockout. But the real star of the show might have been the referee, Marc Goddard. His mic’d-up reaction to the finish has taken the MMA world by storm.

The two warriors traded blows in the final seconds of the last round. Max Holloway landed a thunderous right hand that sent Gaethje crashing to the canvas. In the heat of the moment, the usually composed Goddard couldn’t contain his excitement. He let out a primal scream that captured the sheer intensity of the moment. “It’s over! It’s over!” Goddard bellowed, his voice dripping with adrenaline. He instantly waved his hands to signal the end of the fight.

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The veteran referee is known for his calm and collected demeanor. He was suddenly transformed into a giddy fanboy. The resulting video has become an instant classic, with fans praising Goddard’s genuine enthusiasm and the raw emotion he displayed. It’s a rare glimpse into the mind of a referee.

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But for Goddard, the moment was simply too electric to contain. He was, after all, witnessing two of the sport’s true warriors engage in a battle for the ages. Even seasoned athletes present at the event couldn’t contain their excitement.

Marc Goddard pleaded with the UFC to release the Mic’d up version of the intense KO

Imagine being at the epicenter of one of the most thrilling finishes in UFC history. For referee Marc Goddard, that dream became a reality at UFC 300. He was pleading with the promotion to let the world in on his unbridled reaction. 

Mrc Goddard begged the UFC to release the mic'd up version
Marc Goddard begged the UFC to release the mic’d up version (via X)

Goddard had the best view in the house as the two warriors slugged it out. Holloway landed that decisive blow in the final seconds. This finish got him the first-ever $600,000 bonus. The seasoned referee couldn’t contain his excitement. 

Id love the UFC to release the mic’d audio from me. I literally screamed out at that ending, first time in 20 years. It was an automatic reaction I guess. I’m still speechless. Still have goosebumps. Both of these guys are the epitome of our sport. Sheer class. What a privilege.
Marc Goddard via X

Fight fans have seen the knockout from every conceivable angle. But Goddard’s priceless reaction was the one piece of the puzzle that had been missing. The UFC ultimately gave in to his request and released the mic’d up footage of the knockout. Fight fans could hear the intensity and sheer shock in Goddard’s voice as Justin Gaethje went down. 

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