Max Holloway Mocks Ilia Topuria for Mindless Challenge at UFC 308
UFC 308: Holloway Versus Topuria Showdown
As the date for UFC 308 edges closer, featherweight champion Ilia Topuria has made various dramatic predictions regarding his upcoming bout, yet Max Holloway isn't impressed by Topuria's so-called challenges. Recently, Topuria declared his intention to march to the center of the octagon to invite Holloway into a brawl, a move famously associated with Holloway after previous fights.
Understanding the Gesture
Holloway argues that Topuria's attempt to mimic his style lacks the necessary context: “The point down moment — I don’t think he gets the gist of it,” he stated, emphasizing that such gestures are meant to occur at pivotal moments in a fight.
Topuria's Trash Talk
- Topuria has promised a knockout if Holloway engages him.
- Holloway laughs off the notion that he was forced into the fight.
- He asserts his willingness to face Topuria and be the champion he desires.
According to Holloway, the real hype surrounding the fight stems from the skills each fighter brings to the octagon. “At the end of the day, if that’s what he needs to get himself to the fight, then so be it,” Holloway remarked, suggesting Topuria's bravado is simply a confidence booster.
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