Max Holloway questions Islam Makhachev’s two-belt celebration after UFC 330
UFC fighter Max Holloway has publicly questioned why Islam Makhachev celebrated his recent victory over Ian Machado Garry by holding two championship belts. Holloway noted that Makhachev only defended his welterweight title, making the display of his former lightweight belt unnecessary.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing discourse regarding fighter branding and the symbolic value of championship titles in professional mixed martial arts.
Islam Makhachev’s two-belt celebration after beating Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 has caught the attention of Max Holloway. Makhachev successfully defended his welterweight title in Philadelphia. However, Holloway questioned why the Russian was posing with two championship belts after the victory.Holloway pointed out that Makhachev is a former lightweight champion but only defended one title on the night. His comments has added another talking point to Makhachev’s historic victory. The Russian secured a unanimous decision win and extended his UFC winning streak to 17 fights.Max Holloway questions why Islam Makhachev celebrated with both his belts after UFC 330 winMax Holloway did not appear impressed by Islam Makhachev holding two UFC championship belts after his win over Ian Machado Garry.Makhachev entered UFC 330 as the welterweight champion. He had moved up to the 170-pound division after previously ruling the lightweight division.
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