Jack Della Maddalena believes Max Holloway can excel at 170 lbs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 6:55 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Jack Della Maddalena expressed confidence that Max Holloway can dominate the welterweight division after Holloway's TKO victory over Conor McGregor at UFC 329. The fight lasted just 69 seconds due to McGregor's knee injury, marking his debut at welterweight. Della Maddalena indicated that Holloway looked strong and well-suited for the weight class. The future remains uncertain for Holloway as he considers whether to stay at 170 lbs or return to lightweight for a potential rematch against Justin Gaethje. Decisions regarding Holloway's next fight will depend on his preferences and UFC plans.
- •Della Maddalena is a former UFC welterweight champion.
- •Holloway won via TKO in the main event of UFC 329.
- •The fight ended after just 69 seconds due to an injury.
- •Holloway's future weight class remains uncertain.
- •A trilogy bout with McGregor may require staying at welterweight.
- 6:55 AMYahoo Sports — Jack Della Maddalena Thinks Max Holloway Can Dominate 170 lbs
"Former UFC welterweight champion Jack Della Maddalena thinks that Max Holloway can dominate the competition if he stays at 170 lbs.Holloway defeated Conor McGregor in the main event of UFC 329 via first-round TKO when McGregor injured his knee just 69 seconds into the fight in what was his welterweight debut.Although the fight didn’t last […] The post Jack Della Maddalena Thinks Max Holloway Can Dominate 170 lbs appeared first on HEAVY.
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