UFC’s ‘best boxer’ Max Holloway offers to fight Gervonta Davis in boxing ring under ONE condition

Max Holloway challenges Gervonta Davis to a fight in the boxing ring without rehydration clauses

UFC’s ‘best boxer’ Max Holloway offers to fight Gervonta Davis in boxing ring under ONE condition

Max Holloway hints at potential Gervonta Davis fight (Image Sources - Premier Boxing Champion/Khon2)

Featherweight fighter Max Holloway is one of the most prominent figures on the UFC roster. The fighter began training in mixed martial arts at a young age and has found success in the combat sports world. His accurate striking and speed in the octagon received praise from fans and critics. ‘Blessed’ boasts a record of 24 wins and seven losses in his professional UFC career. The fighter also holds impressive wins over MMA legends like Jose Aldo and Jeremy Stephens. Holloway’s recent win against Arnold Allen at UFC: Fight Night highlighted how he still is one of the UFC’s elite fighters.

Another thing that Max Holloway is known for is his background in boxing. The fighter’s boxing skills are impressive, considering his striking skills in the octagon. With the recent Gervonta Davis vs. Ryan Garcia controversy, Holloway had his thoughts regarding ‘Tank’ Davis. In a conversation with MMA journalist Ariel Helwani in ‘The MMA Hour,’ Holloway showed his disdain toward the rehydration clause in the recent bout. The fighter also hinted at a possible Gervonta Davis vs. Max Holloway boxing match.

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“Let’s make a big fight with ‘Tank’ or something,” says Holloway to Ariel Helwani. “Tank is following Floyd Mayweather’s recipe. So why not he fight an MMA guy, we do a big one. I can shit talk to him,” says Max referring to the Floyd Mayweather vs Conor McGregor bout in 2017. “Just don’t put no hydration clause in it like how he did to my man Garcia. [Ryan Garcia]” This was in reference to the hydration clause imposed on ‘KingRy’ ahead of his fight against Gervonta. 

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“The hydration clause is real,” said Max Holloway. “I would love to do a big one, maybe do MGM like how they did with Conor [Conor McGregor]” concludes Max Holloway hinting at a Gervonta Davis vs Max Holloway bout.

Related: “Still here” – Max Holloway shares an inspiring video of his younger days showcasing his “winner’s” mentality

Max Holloway’s infamous claims of being the best boxer in the Calvin Kattar fight

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Max Holloway’s claims of being the best boxer in the UFC (Image Sources – ESPN)

Max Holloway is arguably one of the best strikers in the UFC. ‘Blessed’ is also the most decorated fighter in the featherweight division. The fighter’s boxing background involves elusiveness, the accuracy of shots, and evasive head movement. Holloway’s belief in himself as a boxer has brought him success against tough opponents. Holloway fought vicious striker Jose Aldo and managed to emerge victorious.

One of Max Holloway’s highlights of his career is the Calvin Kattar fight at UFC on ABC. The fighting world witnessed his peak in this featherweight bout. The fighter coined a term that is now an infamous phrase in the UFC.

During the fight against Calvin Kattar, Max Holloway shifts his looks to the side and yells, “I’m the Best Boxer in the UFC, Baby.” This was impressive as the fighter managed to evade combination punches despite avoiding eye contact in the octagon.

“I was in disbelief, I missed five punches going backward,” said Max Holloway. The featherweight contender is one of the best fighters in the division. He is also credited with attracting a lot of attention to the sport of mixed martial arts.

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