Fans of former UFC featherweight champion Max Holloway are eagerly anticipating his return to the octagon. According to reports, a massive featherweight bout between Holloway and top contender Arnold Allen is edging closer to headline a UFC Fight Night event on April 15. The contracts are yet to be finalized. However, verbal agreements are in place, making this one of the most exciting of the year.
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Max Holloway, famous for his incredible striking skills, became the UFC Featherweight champion in 2017 when he defeated José Aldo. He went on to defend the title three times, becoming one of the most dominant fighters in the division. Additionally, he holds the unique distinction of being the only fighter in UFC history to be hit 2950 times without being knocked out once. Recently, Holloway gave Conor McGregor a fitting response to his hilarious dig at him.
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RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – JUNE 03: Max Holloway celebrates after his TKO victory over Jose Aldo of Brazil in their UFC featherweight championship bout during the UFC 212 event at Jeunesse Arena on June 3, 2017 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)
Arnold Allen (19-1) is on par with Volkanovski for the second-longest win streak in UFC featherweight history. He is a top contender and a dangerous opponent for Holloway, making this bout a must-watch for fans. According to Adam Catterall in a recent tweet, Allen is hoping for doctor clearance two weeks from now. Moreover, if he gets the thumbs up, the fight is set to go ahead as the main event for the April 15 UFC Fight Night.
Fans react as former champ Max Holloway edges closer to his octagon return
Fans have already taken to social media to react to the news of Holloway‘s comeback fight. They are eagerly anticipating the bout. However, many are expressing their disappointment that the fight is might take place at the APEX. They feel that the magnitude of the fight deserves a live audience. In addition, they hope that the UFC will consider their sentiments when making the final decision on the venue. Regardless of the location, this exciting fight will surely be a thrilling encounter between two of the best fighters in the featherweight division.
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Here’s what the fans had to say:
A fan said:
The NOT APEX news is what I’ve been looking for. Fingers crossed 🤞🏻
Whilst some fans had a quite strong opinion:
Holloway should never ever ever be made to box in the Apex. Could be against MMA’s answer to a 0-255 boxing pro who’s never been stopped and it would still be box office
Moreover, some fan calls it ‘soul destroying’:
The APEX needs sidelined now. Its soul destroying watching good fights there
A fan threatens with legal action:
Criminal charges would be pressed if this fight was hosted at the Apex. The first strike was Chito vs. Cory....
Some fan demands a Hawaii card:
One fan said:
Whilst some fan says:
Please not the fucking Apex! Paris again would be good or anywhere in Europe. Be cheaper than going to London 😂
Another fan says:
The NOT APEX news is what I’ve been looking for. Fingers crossed 🤞🏻
A fan said:
If it’s apex again I think I’ll literally cry 😭
Some fans said:
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