The Herd with Colin Cowherd Daniel Cormier TV - Max Holloway wants to RUIN Dustin Poirier’s PERFECT UFC retirement
Jul 19, 2025
Max Holloway, a former UFC Featherweight Champion, joins Daniel Cormier to discuss his upcoming fight against Dustin Poirier. Ready to play spoiler, Holloway shares his desire to ruin Poirier's retirement plans. He reflects on a recent loss to Ilia Topuria and expresses hopes for a lightweight title rematch. The conversation also touches on the emotional stakes of their rivalry and the complexities of weight cutting, all while highlighting the camaraderie and personal growth experienced in their fighting journeys.
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Set Early Pace in Fight
- Max Holloway must set the pace early in the fight against Dustin Poirier.
- Dustin needs to get his right hand working and try to hurt Max quickly to avoid falling behind.
Max Holloway's Response to Loss
- Max Holloway was sad but accepted the defeat after his last fight loss to Ilia Topuria.
- He refused to make excuses and acknowledges that he was competitive during the fight.
Evolving Fighters Over Time
- Both fighters have changed a lot over 13 years, making previous fights less relevant.
- Max is coming back up to lightweight, which changes the dynamic completely.