Andre Fili vs Max Holloway — Fight recap

Max Holloway submitted Andre Fili via rear-naked choke in the third round at 3:39, securing a submission victory that showcased the Hawaiian's grappling prowess despite a striking-heavy fight. Fili landed 44 significant strikes on 139 attempts (31%), while Holloway matched that efficiency with 47 significant strikes from 149 total attempts, indicating an evenly contested striking exchange.

The decisive difference emerged on the ground: Fili attempted three takedowns but succeeded on none, while Holloway controlled 3:13 of the fight despite never initiating a takedown himself, allowing him to set up the finishing submission. Holloway's two submission attempts culminated in the successful choke that ended the bout, demonstrating his ability to capitalize on positional dominance.

The victory positioned Holloway as an emerging featherweight talent capable of finishing high-level competition, while Fili's inability to maintain takedown success or escape the clinch proved costly in a closely contested affair.