Max Holloway and Ilia Topuria have ignited one of the most exciting rivalries in recent MMA history. After Holloway defeated Justin Gaethje at UFC 300, he immediately called out Topuria for a fight, and since then, fans have been buzzing with anticipation. There has been plenty of back-and-forth banter on social media, with both fighters exchanging verbal jabs. In their first virtual meeting, ‘Blessed’ even took the opportunity to mock the featherweight champion’s English skills.
Topuria is a Georgian and Spanish MMA fighter, and ‘El Matador’ is still working on improving his English skills. During their interview, Topuria fumbled a bit, prompting Holloway to mock him for it. In response, the featherweight champion fired back, saying,
“I’m Soeaking your language, let’s talk in Spanish. Let’s talk in Georgian. Let’s talk in Russia. Let’s talk in Germany. What are you talking about”
Fighters from different parts of the world often face challenges when speaking English. However, despite the occasional controversy, both fighters have mutual respect for fighting styles.
Ilia Topuria Praises Max Holloway’s Skills and Fighting Style
In a recent ESPN MMA interview, the featherweight champion and ‘Blessed’ connected virtually for the first time. When Brett Okamoto inquired about how Topuria acquired the BMF belt, Holloway humorously suggested that ‘El Matador’ must have purchased it and acknowledged Topuria as a fan. Topuria readily confirmed this, revealing that he had admired Holloway for a long time. He shared,
“To be honest, I’ve been a [fan of Max Holloway] for many many years. I’ve followed the prime of your career since I took my first steps in MMA. You were a great example for the new generation, but now it’s my time.”
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Both featherweight stars share a mutual respect for one another. As they prepare to assert dominance in their upcoming bout, the excitement continues to build. Can Holloway reclaim the title? It’s uncertain, so fans must wait a little longer to find out.
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