Max Holloway’s popularity and stature in the MMA community are not unknown to anyone. Through exceptional performances over the years, Holloway has become one of the most likable personalities in the UFC. With that popularity everyone expects one to send out strong messages to the world. The ‘Blessed’ often does that. Recently, Max Holloway has done it again, this time against gun violence.
Holloway was born and brought up in Hawaii. Not only that, he is even one of the most looked-after fighters representing Hawaii. With that being said, the ‘Blessed’ always stood up for his natives. As such, recently, he went to a local news station to address the rising problems in Hawaii. To be precise, Max Holloway went in to condemn gun violence in Hawaii. In doing so, he also sent an important message.
Put the guns down boys. If you guys got a problem do it the old school way. Go to the boxing gym, put on some gloves and punch each other… Stop the violence, go to the gym, go do something, go lift weights…
Max Holloway via KHON2 News
This comes after several recent incidents of open firing and multiple shootings in Hawaii. Holloway was clearly disappointed with it and urged miscreants to stop such violence-promoting activities. Interestingly, the Blessed doesn’t hold himself back when it comes to speaking against the ill happenings.
He often advocates for the betterment of his people. The platform that the UFC gave Holloway in the world is one major reason for that. Holloway did not come from a privileged background. He has a son and has always talked about the need to set examples for the younger generation.
Speaking of his stature at the UFC, the 32-year-old Hawaiian currently reigns as the BMF champion after a remarkable win over Justin Gaethje. Interestingly, Holloway is known for exquisite striking skills, and the boxing skillset that he possesses complements that. Moreover, currently, he is eyeing another UFC gold at the coming UFC 308 event against Ilia Topuria in Abu Dhabi.
When Max Holloway burst into tears while addressing the Maui wildfires
Max Holloway has an impressive track record in the UFC. He was once a dominant featherweight champion until he fought Alexander Volkanovski. The Australian thrashed Holloway thrice and all were decision wins. However, those losses severely affected his reputation.
Max Holloway talking about the Maui wildfires (Image via TheMacLife/IBJ)He had to opt for the longer route to regain that, where he defeated Arnold Allen first. Following that, Holloway was set to face Chan Sung Jung aka The Korean Zombie. However, weeks before that, the Maui incident took place, severely affecting many Hawaiians.
Holloway went in to talk about that matter during his pre-fight press conference. However, he got emotional while addressing this, citing the damages it has inflicted on the citizens there. Not only that, but the Blessed also thanked several communities and the UFC’s efforts to help the Hawaiians.
You know I just shared my story about how some people ended up passing away and then they got the name. So it‘s just tough man. Those (affected) guys uh they‘re real heroes right now, they re going through it…
Max Holloway via UFC Singapore pre-fight presser
As of now, the affected town is currently rebuilding to what it was. Meanwhile, Holloway is currently putting out some extraordinary performances representing Hawaii. Now, it remains how his roaring form pans out against a champion Ilia Topuria. Moreover, it will also be interesting to see what is next for the Blessed if he falters against the Spaniard.
