Max Holloway has achieved great success in the featherweight division and now has his sights set on making a mark in the lightweight division.
After a long tenure as a featherweight competitor and champion, Holloway has decided to move up to the 155-pound division. Despite a recent loss at UFC 308, Holloway is determined to make a splash in his new weight class.
Drawing inspiration from light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira, who quickly rose to the top of the middleweight division, Holloway is eager to follow a similar path in the lightweight division. Pereira’s resilience and success have motivated Holloway to aim for greatness in his new weight class.
During a recent Kick stream, Holloway expressed his admiration for Pereira and his journey in the UFC.
Max Holloway is taking inspiration from Alex Pereira bouncing back after his loss to Adesanya
“We saw Alex Pereira get finished… Next fight he fought for a #1 contender spot, [then he] fought for the title and he’s on a spectacular title run…
Let’s mimic him. Let’s do… pic.twitter.com/XZ3THNSw7Q
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) November 8, 2024
Excited for the new challenge, Holloway is determined to replicate Pereira’s success story and make a name for himself in the lightweight division.
Pereira’s impressive title defenses have solidified his status as a top UFC fighter, with challengers like Magomed Ankalaev and Jon Jones eyeing a shot at the title. Despite his age, Pereira continues to prove himself as a force to be reckoned with in the octagon.
Holloway is hopeful that his journey in the lightweight division will mirror Pereira’s path to success, and he is eager to showcase his skills in this new chapter of his career.
“I get inspiration in that,” Holloway said. “He’s a beast.”