Kevin Holland News
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 vs. Kyle Daukaus rematch rebooked for upcoming UFC Fight Night card
Adam D Martin - October 5, 2021
The Kevin Holland vs. Kyle Daukaus middleweight rematch has been rebooked for an upcoming UFC Fight Night card after their recent No Contest. Holland and Daukaus fought to a No Contest last weekend at UFC Vegas 38. Early in the first round, Holland and Daukaus clashed heads and it dropped Holland to the mat. He woke back up a split second later but Daukaus was able to get him into a rear-naked choke soon afterward and the fight was stopped due to a submission victory. However, the instant reply was used immediately afterward and the fight was quickly reversed to a No Contest. Thankfully, the UFC has been able to rebook the rematch in short order. According to Brett Okamoto, the rematch will take place on November 13 (via Marcel Dorff).
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.
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 takes a swipe at Luke Rockhold, claims the former UFC champ is only returning because he's "broke as a f*ck"
Christopher Taylor - September 30, 2021
Kevin Holland claims that the reason former UFC middleweight champion Luke Rockhold is returning to the Octagon is because he’s flat broke. Holland (21-7 MMA) is set to return to action this weekend at UFC Vegas 38 when he squares off with the #14 ranked Kyle Daukaus.
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 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 praised by Daniel Cormier for heading to AKA to work on his wrestling
Adam D Martin - May 25, 2021
UFC middleweight contender Kevin Holland was praised by former UFC champion Daniel Cormier for heading to AKA to work on his wrestling. Following his loss to Marvin Vettori, where he was taken down at will, Holland said he planned to get in some wrestling training with Cormier at American Kickboxing Academy. Taking to his social media on Tuesday, Cormier posted a video of Holland at AKA working on his wrestling and he posted a message where he praised Holland for putting the work in.
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.
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.
Kevin Holland issues statement following loss to Marvin Vettori at UFC Vegas 23
Christopher Taylor - April 10, 2021
Middleweight standout Kevin Holland has issued a statement following his lopsided unanimous decision loss to Marvin Vettori at UFC Vegas 23. Holland (21-7 MMA) had stepped up on short notice for today’s event headliner, this after Vettori’s originally scheduled opponent Darren Till was forced out with an 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.
UFC Vegas 23 Results: Marvin Vettori defeats Kevin Holland (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - April 10, 2021
Today’s UFC Vegas 23 event is headlined by a key middleweight bout featuring Marvin Vettori taking on short-notice replacement Kevin Holland. Vettori (16-4-1 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.
UFC Vegas 23: 'Holland vs. Vettori' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - April 10, 2021
The Octagon remains in Nevada for today’s UFC Vegas 23 event, a thirteen-bout fight card headlined by middleweights Kevin Holland and Marvin Vettori. Vettori (16-4-1 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.