Kevin Holland News
Chael Sonnen claims the UFC is targeting a Nick Diaz vs Kevin Holland matchup for 2022
Harry Kettle - December 2, 2021
Chael Sonnen has claimed that the UFC wants to book Nick Diaz vs Kevin Holland at welterweight next year. It’s been an interesting year for both Nick Diaz and Kevin Holland with regards to their mixed martial arts careers, but it hasn’t necessarily been all too successful for either of them. Holland went from 5-0 in 2020 to 0-2 with one no contest to his name in 2021, cementing a fairly dramatic fall from grace. Diaz, on the other hand, made his long-awaited return to action after six years away in an entertaining defeat to Robbie Lawler.
Kevin Holland announces drop down to UFC welterweight division
Adam D Martin - November 26, 2021
Former UFC middleweight contender Kevin Holland has announced that he will be dropping down to the welterweight division in 2022. Holland took to his social media this week to officially confirm that he is indeed dropping down to 170lbs next year. For Holland, he has competed in the welterweight division on the regional circuit in the past, but since joining the UFC he has competed at 185lbs.
Kevin Holland forced to withdraw from Kyle Daukaus rematch at UFC Fight Night 197
Christopher Taylor - October 27, 2021
Kevin Holland has been forced to withdraw from his slated rematch with Kyle Daukaus which was scheduled for UFC Fight Night 197. Holland (21-7 MMA) and Daukaus (10-2 MMA) collided earlier this month in the co-main event of UFC Vegas 38. The bout ended in controversy, as after a back and forth start the pair of middleweights clashed heads which left Kevin Holland rocked and on the canvas.
Khamzat Chimaev details altercation with Kevin Holland at the UFC Apex Sports Complex: "I grabbed his neck and pushed him away"
Christopher Taylor - October 24, 2021
Khamzat Chimaev has revealed some information regarding his altercation with Kevin Holland at the UFC Apex Sports Complex. Shortly following the conclusion of UFC Vegas 6 in August of 2020, reports surfaced that Chimaev (9-0 MMA) and Holland (21-7 MMA) had been involved in a backstage scuffle.
Kevin Holland stops alleged car thief following pursuit
Adam D Martin - October 4, 2021
UFC middleweight contender Kevin Holland stopped an alleged car thief following a pursuit on the feet in Saginaw, Texas on Monday morning. Holland just fought Kyle Daukaus to a No Contest at UFC Vegas 38 this past Saturday night in Las Vegas, Nevada. He headed back to his home in Texas following the fight, but he nearly got into another one on the streets. On Monday morning, MMAjunkie.com reported that Holland stopped an alleged car thief near his home. According to Holland’s coach, Shug Dorsey, Holland was pulling into a gas station when he heard someone’s car was being stolen. The coach said that Holland then called him and said what was happening.
Kevin Holland on head clash that led to no-contest ruling at UFC Vegas 38: "I don’t remember anything"
Chris Taylor - October 2, 2021
Kevin Holland squared off with Kyle Daukaus in the co-headliner of tonight’s UFC Vegas 38 event. Holland (21-7 MMA) was looking to snap a two-fight losing skid this evening in Las Vegas. ‘Big Mouth’ had suffered back-to-back unanimous decision losses to Derek Brunson and Marvin Vettori in his most previous Octagon appearances.
Pros react after Kevin Holland vs. Kyle Daukaus ends in a no-contest at UFC Vegas 38
Chris Taylor - October 2, 2021
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 38 was co-headlined by a middleweight matchup featuring Kevin Holland squaring off with Kyle Daukaus. Holland (21-7 MMA) was looking to snap a two-fight losing skid this evening. ‘Big Mouth’ had suffered back-to-back unanimous decision losses to Derek Brunson and Marvin Vettori in his most recent efforts.
UFC Vegas 38 Results: Kyle Daukaus subs Kevin Holland, bout ruled a no-contest (Video)
Chris Taylor - October 2, 2021
Tonight’s UFC Vegas 38 is co-headlined by a middleweight matchup featuring Kevin Holland squaring off with Kyle Daukaus. Holland (21-7 MMA) will be looking to snap a two-fight losing skid this evening. ‘Big Mouth’ is coming off of back-to-back unanimous decision losses to Derek Brunson and Marvin Vettori in his most recent efforts.
Kevin Holland reveals he “almost didn’t make it” to UFC Vegas 38 due to visa issues
Adam D Martin - September 30, 2021
UFC middleweight contender Kevin Holland revealed that he “almost didn’t make it” to this weekend’s UFC Vegas 38 card due to visa issues. Holland returns to the Octagon this Saturday night when he takes on Kyle Daukaus in a middleweight bout. Holland is coming off of back-to-back losses to Marvin Vettori and Derek Brunson where his lack of wrestling got him beat. Following those losses, Holland took several months off to improve his game. As part of his time off, Holland traveled to California to train with Daniel Cormier. But the Dallas native felt that the trip was too far, so he wanted to train his wrestling closer to home. That’s when his management group enlisted the help of former UFC welterweight champion Johnny Hendricks to train Holland in his wrestling, and the two have spent the last several months working on his grappling.
Kevin Holland signs new multi-fight contract with the UFC
Adam D Martin - August 17, 2021
UFC middleweight fan-favorite Kevin Holland has signed a new multi-fight contract with the promotion despite losing his last two fights. The news is according to MMAjunkie.com’s Nolan King, who confirmed with Holland’s management group that “Trailblazer” aka “Big Mouth” has signed a new deal with the world’s leading MMA promotion. In fact, Holland already has his next fight booked when he takes on fellow middleweight Kyle Daukaus at a UFC Fight Night card on October 2.
Kevin Holland set to return on October 2 against former CFFC middleweight champ Kyle Daukaus
Harry Kettle - July 6, 2021
UFC middleweight Kevin Holland is set to return to the Octagon on October 2 against Kyle Daukaus, MMA Fighting reports. Daukaus, the younger brother of UFC heavyweight prospect Chris Daukaus, holds a 10-2 professional mixed martial arts record but is just 1-2 since reaching the UFC. His last outing was a unanimous decision loss to Phil Hawes back in May, although he did appear on Dana White’s Contender Series in June 2019. He won the bout on that card against Michael Lombardo but wasn’t quite able to secure a contract.
Kevin Holland roasts Marvin Vettori for putting his Venum shorts on backwards for UFC 263 photoshoot
Chris Taylor - June 12, 2021
Kevin Holland could not resist roasting his former opponent Marvin Vettori after the Italian posed with his shorts on backwards at the UFC 263 photoshoot. Holland (21-7 MMA) and Vettori (17-4-1 MMA) squared off back in April at UFC Vegas 23, with ‘The Italian Dream’ emerging victorious by unanimous decision after dominating ‘Trailblazer‘ with his grappling.
Kevin Holland stumps for short-notice opportunity against Donald Cerrone
Adam D Martin - April 29, 2021
UFC middleweight Kevin Holland is stumping to take on veteran Donald Cerrone on short notice next weekend in a 175lbs catchweight bout. Holland has lost his last two fights to Marvin Vettori and Derek Brunson after being taken down and controlled for 25 minutes in both of those bouts. “Trailblazer” was expected to take some time off to work on his wrestling skills, but it appears as though he wants to step back into the Octagon as soon as possible for a short-notice fight with Cerrone.
Kevin Holland says he will work on his wrestling with Daniel Cormier at AKA
Adam Martin - April 11, 2021
UFC middleweight contender Kevin Holland says that he will work on his wrestling with Daniel Cormier at American Kickboxing Academy. For the second straight fight, Holland was taken down and wrestled as the blueprint to defeat “Trailblazer” is obvious at this point. After losing a unanimous decision to Derek Brunson last month, Holland tried to capitalize on a short-notice opportunity by fighting Mervin Vettori on short notice at UFC Vegas 23. But just like the Brunson fight, the Vettori matchup once again displayed Holland’s weakness in his takedown defense. As gifted as he is with his hands and his submissions, his wrestling is the biggest hole in his game.
What's next for Marvin Vettori and Kevin Holland after UFC Vegas 23?
Cole Shelton - April 11, 2021
In the main event of UFC Vegas 23, Marvin Vettori was looking to extend his winning streak against short-notice replacement, Kevin Holland. Vettori entered the fight coming off a dominant decision win over Jack Hermansson in December to put him in title contention. He was supposed to fight Darren Till, but after Till was forced out of the bout, Holland stepped up. Holland was coming off a disappointing loss to Derek Brunson just three weeks ago.
Darren Till critical of Marvin Vettori's performance at UFC Vegas 23: "I would of hurt this man for five rounds on the feet"
Chris Taylor - April 10, 2021
Darren Till clearly tuned in to watch Marvin Vettori take on fellow middleweight Kevin Holland at today’s UFC Vegas 23 event. Till (18-3-1 MMA) was initially slated to meet ‘The Italian Dream’ in today’s event headliner, but was ultimately forced to withdraw from the contest due to injury.
UFC Vegas 23 Bonus Report: Mackenzie Dern pockets an extra $50k
Chris Taylor - April 10, 2021
The Octagon remained in Nevada for tonight’s UFC Vegas 23 event, a thirteen-bout fight card headlined by Marvin Vettori and Kevin Holland. The highly anticipated middleweight main event proved to be a one-sided affair. Marvin Vettori used the same blueprint as Derek Brunson to frustrate Kevin Holland on route to a lopsided unanimous decision victory. The Italian showcased his strong wrestling skills to dominate ‘Trailblazer’ on the canvas.
Pros react after Marvin Vettori defeats Kevin Holland at UFC Vegas 23
Chris Taylor - April 10, 2021
Today’s UFC Vegas 23 event was headlined by a key middleweight bout featuring Marvin Vettori taking on short-notice replacement Kevin Holland. Vettori (17-4-1 MMA) was originally slated to square off with Darren Till at the event. However, the Liverpool native was forced to withdraw from the contest due to injury.