Max Holloway slams Islam Makhachev’s two-belt celebration after welterweight title defence against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330
- Posted on August 17, 2026
- By The Times of India
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In brief
Following Islam Makhachev's successful welterweight title defense against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 in Philadelphia, the lightweight champion's celebratory gesture displaying two belts has drawn criticism from former featherweight titleholder Max Holloway. The controversial moment sparked debate within the MMA community regarding championship etiquette and respect for divisional boundaries in professional combat sports.
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Max Holloway slams Islam Makhachev’s two-belt celebration after welterweight title defence against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330
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.
