UFC cutman shares hilarious reaction to Max Holloway and Ilia Topuria trading barbs on social media: "What hotel we at?"
Max Holloway and Ilia Topuria have not even fought yet but are already entertaining fans with their budding rivalry. The two featherweights' encounters have increased excitement for their fight with all involved, including UFC staff.
The ESPN MMA Instagram account posted a summary of the entire exchange between Holloway and Topuria on social media. Both claimed the other's delay in their fight announcement was the fault of the other. The post caught the attention of famed UFC cutman Brad Tate.
In response to a summary of their social media back-and-forth on Instagram, Tate said he is "available" for the rumored date and eagerly wants to be a part of the event.
The cutman commented:
"Looking at my calendar. I'm available!!!!!! What hotel we at?"
![Brad Tate reacting to Max Holloway and Ilia Topuria on Instagram. [via @espnmma on Instagram]](https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2024/07/5c8e1-17201415098792-1920.jpg?w=500)
Tate has been with the UFC longer than most supporters have been following the sport and has become a fan favorite. The beloved 'Cutman Tate' is one of the few non-fighter employees of the promotion recognized and appreciated by the general public.
No official documents state how long Tate has been in the industry but the cutman notes in his Facebook biography that he started working with the UFC during season 12 of The Ultimate Fighter in 2010.
When will Max Holloway fight Ilia Topuria?
Ever since Max Holloway knocked out Justin Gaethje at UFC 300, fans have been eagerly waiting for the UFC to announce him as the first challenger of Ilia Topuria's featherweight title. However, three months after the iconic event, an announcement has yet to be made, with the fighters seemingly still engaged in negotiations.
Holloway appears to be pushing for the fight to be on the event held at The Sphere in Las Vegas, telling Topuria he would "see him soon."
Topuria most recently noted in an interview that he heard from the UFC that Holloway is not ready, a claim that 'Blessed' refuted by stating his expected opponent fabricated.
As of July 4, the day after Holloway and Topuria's viral exchange, their fight has yet to be announced.