Holzer’s Hannover homecoming matchup is now official, and he’ll be going through the most important check of his profession!
One in every of Europe’s finest prospects, Max Holzer (11-0), will go towards UFC veteran, Khalid Taha (15-5, 1NC), in a featherweight bout at OKTAGON 74. Not solely will the occasion signify the promotion’s first ever present in Hannover, Germany, nevertheless it additionally provides ‘Stifler’ the prospect to compete in his hometown and propel his latest momentum even additional. Zag Area will play host to this anticipated showdown which takes place on Saturday, September 13, with fan demand already extraordinarily excessive for tickets.
Holzer is undefeated total and has gone 5-0 since becoming a member of the organisation nearly a 12 months and a half in the past, shortly climbing to the #3 spot within the rankings. He’s secured finishes in 4 of his 5 fights, together with a high-profile win over Deniz Ilbay in April that stirred controversy with a heated post-fight change. ‘Stifler’ has gained followers by the bucket load along with his extravagant walkouts and charismatic persona, however his stardom will attain new heights if he can take out Taha later this 12 months.
The athlete representing Lebanon, Taha, has fought within the UFC and RIZIN, sharing the cage with the likes of Boston Salmon and Raoni Barcelos. He was signed to OKTAGON MMA earlier this 12 months and impressed with a TKO victory over Jose Zarauz in Dortmund, taking his ending price to an intimidating 87%. Taha has had his eyes on Holzer ever for the reason that ink was dry on his promotional contract and is set to spoil the get together on September 13 by eliminating his undefeated report.
Extra bulletins surrounding OKTAGON 74 in Hannover might be revealed over the approaching weeks. Tickets could be bought for the landmark occasion on this hyperlink.
Roberto Villa is the CEO, Founder, Govt Author, Senior Editor of FightBook MMA. Has a ardour for Fight Sports activities and likewise a podcast host for Sitting Ringside. He’s additionally a former MMA fighter and Kickboxer.
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