Is anyone else depressed???

[Dreyga_King of Sherbums]

Alright, Sherbums, let’s be real—Max Holloway is a fan favorite, a legend, and one of the most entertaining fighters we’ve had the privilege to watch. Watching him lose by KO to Ilia Topuria in such an intense and thrilling fight is rough. It’s a reminder that, as good as Blessed is, there’s always another up-and-comer waiting for their moment, and this time it was Topuria’s turn to shine.

But for those of us who have followed Max’s career, this one hits different. Holloway’s toughness and durability have made him practically invincible in striking wars, but Ilia brought the power and precision that led to this moment. Now we have to ask—where does Max go from here? How does he bounce back from this loss, or is this the start of a new era at featherweight?

 

[Fahcough]

Nope. This was greatness on the level of Joe Dirt baggin his sister.

 

[Slaikkaaja]

You.. I'm slightly depressed because I'm out of beer

 

[HHJ]

No.

I like Max but the level had been raised.

 

[AldoStillGoat]

Time waits for no man

 

[JKS]

I love Max and wanted him to win, but seeing Ilia win like that and seeing the streak and legacy he's putting together, I am happy!

 

[Vampire life]

Alright, Sherbums, let’s be real—Max Holloway is a fan favorite, a legend, and one of the most entertaining fighters we’ve had the privilege to watch. Watching him lose by KO to Ilia Topuria in such an intense and thrilling fight is rough. It’s a reminder that, as good as Blessed is, there’s always another up-and-comer waiting for their moment, and this time it was Topuria’s turn to shine.

But for those of us who have followed Max’s career, this one hits different. Holloway’s toughness and durability have made him practically invincible in striking wars, but Ilia brought the power and precision that led to this moment. Now we have to ask—where does Max go from here? How does he bounce back from this loss, or is this the start of a new era at featherweight?

I’ve been saying he was going to get knocked out since this fight was announced
So I feel validated

 

[TerraRayzing]

Nope. Love Max but hard to be depressed when you're watching greatness of this caliber.

 

[MrBlackheart]

No, I’m elated. My predictions were right, I made some money, and best of all, I’ve proven ignorant Sherdog bums wrong. What a day, what a day.

 

[fortheo]

Nah, I was fully prepared for this card to be the passing of the torch. New guard is here. If Ilia stays around at the championship level for like 7 years the way Max has, he too will one day be on the wrong side of things. This is part of the game.

 

[HolmeZy55]

Nah I don't get depressed over this shit no more, I used to back in the day when I was younger and far more invested but after seeing your favorites go down time and time again eventually you just kinda get used to it and realize it's inevitable.

It sucks sure, love Max and Rob but their time has passed.

 

[The Boomerang]

Max had a nice run

The way it goes

 

[Khaosan]

Both Max and Whittaker taking bad losses stings.

 

[pamirec]

Max has nothing left to prove, but he can definitely come back and put some wins together. He may become champion again. I guess that’s not too far from reality.

 

[JudoThrowFiasco]

My two favorite fighters lost. It happens. They gave us plenty of memories and reached the pinnacle. They lost to two exciting and fun fighters.

Next gen always eventually surpasses the current

 

[ILove4MinutesHyuna]

Honestly I was having a wonderful day Barca trashed Madrid, Khamzat won.

I didnt think Ilija winning would sour my mood as much as it has but I havent felt this shit after a UFC since Conor beat Aldo

 

[Natural Order]

Nope. Good fights, the better men won. I picked the two main fights wrong. Not unusual! Plenty of beer and weed to ease the pain.

Great card

 

[AMAZINGUFC]

Alright, Sherbums, let’s be real—Max Holloway is a fan favorite, a legend, and one of the most entertaining fighters we’ve had the privilege to watch. Watching him lose by KO to Ilia Topuria in such an intense and thrilling fight is rough. It’s a reminder that, as good as Blessed is, there’s always another up-and-comer waiting for their moment, and this time it was Topuria’s turn to shine.

But for those of us who have followed Max’s career, this one hits different. Holloway’s toughness and durability have made him practically invincible in striking wars, but Ilia brought the power and precision that led to this moment. Now we have to ask—where does Max go from here? How does he bounce back from this loss, or is this the start of a new era at featherweight?

Is anyone else beaming, jubilant???

 

[Dirty Frank]

I feel GREAT!
Awesome finishes, and no one died!
Can't ask for more.

 

[Histalian]

The torch has been passed. It happens.