Max Holloway received the Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt after his performance against Charles Oliveira at UFC 326. Despite losing the fight via unanimous decision, the Hawaiian showed an impressive submission defense against one of the sport's most dangerous specialists. After the event, his team decided to recognize his evolution in grappling by officially awarding him the rank of black belt. The gesture was widely celebrated among fans and fighters, who highlighted the former featherweight champion's endurance and technical progress over the past few years.