“No more moving backwards Max”- UFC drops raw corner audio before Max Holloway’s iconic KO victory over Justin Gaethje [VIDEO]

Max Holloway delivered one of the most memorable knockouts in UFC history at UFC 300, defeating Justin Gaethje in jaw-dropping fashion to claim the ceremonial 'BMF' belt. With just seconds remaining in a fight he was already winning on the scorecards, Holloway taunted Gaethje to meet him in the center of the octagon.

What followed was a perfectly timed knockout that left Gaethje face-down on the mat and cemented Holloway’s legacy as a UFC legend. The UFC recently released highlights of the bout, including raw audio from Holloway’s corner. Their final words before the decisive moment were:

“You’re moving backwards. No more moving backwards, Max.”

Holloway responded with an unforgettable finish, walking away from the KO with a primal scream as fans erupted in disbelief.

The victory was hailed as the 'Knockout of the Year' and a contender for the greatest knockout in the promotion’s 31-year history.

Check out the highlights video uploaded by UFC below:

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A look into Max Holloway’s storied UFC career

Max Holloway has cemented his place as one of the UFC’s most iconic fighters since debuting at 20, the youngest on the roster, at UFC 143 in 2012. Despite losing to Dustin Poirier via submission, Holloway quickly showcased his potential, amassing victories over notable opponents like Pat Schilling, Justin Lawrence, and Leonard Garcia in his rookie year.

By 2015, Holloway had reached a pivotal moment, defeating Cub Swanson and Charles Oliveira to become the youngest UFC fighter with ten wins. In 2017, he unified the featherweight title against José Aldo, earning the Fight of the Night award.

He defended the belt successfully until 2019 when he lost to Alexander Volkanovski.

Holloway’s resilience shone in his featherweight return, highlighted by a record-breaking performance against Calvin Kattar in 2021, setting single-fight records for strikes landed.

In 2024, he added the symbolic 'BMF' belt to his accolades with a dramatic last-second knockout of Justin Gaethje at UFC 300.

Holloway’s career is defined by thrilling battles, including his trilogy with Volkanovski and his featherweight showdown with Ilia Topuria in 2024, which marked his first knockout loss. Through wins and setbacks, Holloway remains a fan favorite and UFC legend.