Holly Holm’s night at UFC 300 didn’t unfold as she had hoped. The former bantamweight champ faced a tough challenge against Kayla Harrison and ended up submitting in the second round. It was a surprising turn of events, especially since Holm, a seasoned boxer, was expected to dominate at a distance. Yet, she chose to clinch with Harrison, a strategy that didn’t pay off.
Holm’s post-fight reflections were filled with honesty. “Well, none of that went how I had envisioned,” she admitted on Instagram. Despite being well-prepared and supported, she lost focus and strayed from the game plan. Giving credit where it’s due, she acknowledged Harrison’s superiority that night.
This loss contrasts sharply with Holm’s stunning victory over Ronda Rousey back in 2015. Questions had swirled around Harrison’s move to bantamweight, but she looked unstoppable in the ring. Holm’s recent record has been rocky, and UFC’s Dana White even suggested retirement might be her best option.
Yet, retirement doesn’t seem to be on Holm’s radar. At 42, she still feels she has more to give. “I’m one of those that likes to self-reflect rather than run from things,” she said. Despite the pain of loss, she’s grateful for her fans, team, and family. Holm’s resilience shines through her message of thanks and determination to return stronger.
Her Instagram post, filled with gratitude and reflection, underscores her fighting spirit. Holm’s journey in MMA is far from over, and her fans are eagerly waiting to see what’s next for this formidable fighter.