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Justin Gaethje is undoubtedly one of the most exciting fighters in the UFC today. With his aggressive and relentless fighting style, he never fails to entertain fans. In his latest fight at UFC 286, Gaethje faced off against Rafael Fiziev in what turned out to be a thrilling encounter.

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Despite facing a tough opponent in Fiziev, Gaethje managed to come out on top, winning the fight via majority decision. The fight was incredibly close, with both fighters exchanging heavy blows throughout. In the end, it was Gaethje‘s superior striking prowess and ground control that secured him the win.

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Max Holloway reacts to the new Justin Gaethje record

The victory was made even sweeter for Gaethje, as the UFC awarded him the Fight of the Night bonus for his performance. This is a record-breaking achievement for Gaethje, who has now won 11 UFC bonuses in his 11 fights. He has won seven Fight of the Night bonuses and four Performance of the Night bonuses.

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However, not everyone was thrilled with Gaethje‘s accomplishment. Max Holloway, who himself has an impressive record of 10 UFC bonuses, responded to the news on Twitter with an angry emoji.

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Holloway‘s bonuses include five Fight of the Night awards, one KO of the Night award, and four Performance of the Night awards. Despite both men’s impressive numbers, another renowned fighter holds the record for the most bonuses in the company’s history.

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Who has the most UFC bonuses?

While Holloway‘s bonuses record is certainly impressive, one fighter has surpassed him in the UFC. Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone holds the record for the most UFC bonuses, with a staggering 18 awards to his name. Cerrone has won six Fight of the Night bonuses and five Performance of the Night bonuses. This is not it, as the UFC veteran has also won seven Submission of the Night bonuses.

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It is clear that both Gaethje and Holloway are exceptional fighters who have consistently delivered thrilling performances in the octagon. While Holloway may have been disappointed to see his record surpassed, he can take pride in knowing that he is still one of the most decorated fighters in the UFC today.

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Justin Gaethje‘s record-breaking achievement of winning 11 UFC bonuses in his first 11 fights is an exceptional record. While Holloway may have been unhappy with the news, both fighters can be proud of their accomplishments in the UFC. It will be interesting to see if Gaethje can continue his impressive streak.

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What do you make of Holloway’s reaction to Gaethje’s record? Let us know in the comments section below.

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Sushant Sharma

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Sushant Sharma is a UFC Content Analyst at EssentiallySports. A senior writer with almost 1000 articles under his belt, Sushant is always scanning the MMA landscape for current trends and breaking news. His knowledge and expertise in the sport are well-reflected in the ‘Opinion’ pieces he churns out from time to time.

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