My longest video breakdown yet detailing the versatility of Holloway’s floating teep / stomp to the leg.
It worked wonders in the third round against Topuria, but he was not able to capitalize upon it before getting knocked out. If you want to get a deeper breakdown into Topuria’s game, be sure to become a paid subscriber to get the full article, which can be found here:
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Ilia Topuria: El Toro
I keep coming back to the fact that Ilia Topuria’s nickname is El Matador when no fighter exhibits ‘El Toro’ more. Charging forward with limited, potent weapons, Topuria forces every one of his opponents to live up to his ring name. Max Holloway gave the best effort, but was ultimately left gored and supine.
If this fight made you sad and you want breakdowns into Max Holloway’s recent form, read these:
Blessed at UFC 300
Do not sound Hell’s Bells. The Blessed Express is on the tracks. Choo-Choo Mother Truckers!
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