Kevin Holland, the 31-year-old American professional fighter, made his octagon debut on August 4, 2018, and within five years, has made 22 UFC appearances. He is about to fight for the 23rd time for the promotion at UFC 307 on October 5, 2024, against Roman Dolidze.
At UFC 302, Kevin Holland faced Michal Oleksiejczuk and won the bout via technical submission in the first round.
What happened to Kevin Holland?
In the first round of his fight against Stephen Thompson, Kevin Holland broke multiple bones in his right hand by throwing punches at 'Wonderboy.' He had posted a picture on his social media of the swollen hand.
The next day, Kevin Holland's management team, KOreps, posted about 'Trailblazer' breaking his metacarpals during the fight and has been taken to the hospital for surgery.
. @Trailblaze2top broke his right hand landing a cross in the first round. Hand is very swollen. Being transported to the hospital. Congrats to @WonderboyMMA and team. #UFCOrlando https://t.co/axGM1tzRpp
Kevin Holland's recovery
After undergoing metacarpal surgery in early December 2022, Kevin Holland won his next fight at UFC 287 within four months, on April 8, 2023.
He had a submission win over Michael Chiesa at UFC 291 in the first round on July 29, 2023.
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2 screws going in tmrw. I’ll be back in no time. 👊🥊@WonderboyMMA hard ass head, I owe you a tit twister https://t.co/XwNF0qUjEv
Hand update. I wonder how @WonderboyMMA recovers 🤔 https://t.co/mYsYg1mrof
Trailblazer posted an update on his right hand on December 30, leaving the fight fans in awe of his recovery routine.
*Last updated on September 25, 2024.
FAQs on Kevin Holland
A. On December 3, 2022, during his fight against Stephen Thompson, Kevin Holland broke multiple bones in his right hand and underwent surgery.
A. Stephen Thompson defeated Kevin Holland via TKO in the fourth round at UFC on ESPN 42.
A. Kevin Holland's professional record is 26-11-1.
A. Kevin Holland is set to make his next outing on October 5, 2024, against Roman Dolidze.
A. Kevin Holland is 31 years old as of September 2024.
