“I didn’t see my father after that,” Max Holloway’s ‘wise’ message as 16-year-old earns respect from rival Dustin Poirier

UFC fighter Dustin Poirier showed respect to UFC featherweight Max Holloway after learning about his childhood from an old video on X (formerly known as Twitter)

“I didn’t see my father after that,” Max Holloway’s ‘wise’ message as 16-year-old earns respect from rival Dustin Poirier

Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier (via Imago)

UFC featherweight Max Holloway has always made it to the MMA headlines with his influential performances inside the octagon. His recent win at UFC Singapore against The Korean Zombie cemented his place as the no.1 ranked contender in the division. However, the journey to the top was a difficult one for Holloway. A video from Twitter gave insight into 16-year-old Max and his struggles. This video of Max Holloway inspired another famous lightweight named Dustin “The Diamond’ Poirier.

In the old video, Holloway spoke about his family and the condition of his parents. He said, ” My mom and dad, I knew they were heavy drug users. And then, my dad would always beat up my mom. The last time I saw my dad was when I was 10-11 years old. And, then I don’t see him after that. I say pray for him but like he has no use in my life anymore.” To this emotional video, “The Diamond” replied, “ Much respect Max!!!“

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The complete fighter that we see today in Holloway came from a life full of struggle and pain. His love for MMA and his dream nurtured him into a man loved by every sports fan. Sometimes, you endure to strengthen yourself.

Other than Alexander Volkanovski, no other fighter managed to defeat Holloway at featherweight in the last ten years. This stat itself speaks for the fighter’s accomplishment in the sport. On June 3, 2017, Max Holloway achieved his lifelong dream of becoming the UFC featherweight champion. He went on to defend his title three times. From a 16-year-old kid with a dream to a belt around his waist, Holloway has won in life.

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Dana White rejects Max Holloway vs Alexander Volkanovski 4

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Dana White on Alexander Volkanovski vs. Max Holloway(Image courtesy: MMA Fighting)

UFC president Dana White is not looking forward to another matchup between no.1 contender Max Holloway and featherweight champ Alexander Volkanovski. Holloway’s win against “The Korean Zombie” has put the UFC boss in a dilemma.

Every challenger who rose up in the ranks for the title lost to Holloway. The Hawaiian native is stacking up wins on his resume. Holloway also refused to ask for another title shot by rather letting his performance talk. However, these great performances cannot overlook the losses against Volkanovski. Holloway faced Volk on three different occasions at UFC 245, UFC 251, and UFC 276. Every single time, Volkanovski has got the better of Holloway.

Dana White did not like the idea of a fourth fight. Volkanovski’s recent dominant performances and wins over Holloway may have made the UFC boss rethink the fight. Furthermore, a new contender Ilia Topuria emerged in the featherweight division.

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