Overview
- Speaking on the JAXXON podcast, Rockhold said the shots "weren’t really in the balls" and argued that with a protective cup "it doesn’t hurt that bad."
- He questioned whether Holland exaggerated the impact, noting Holland used most of the recovery time and continued clutching at his groin after the restart.
- Holland was hit below the belt twice by Mike Malott, received recovery time, and the referee issued warnings without taking a point.
- Malott won the bout in Vancouver by unanimous decision, handing Holland a second straight loss and leaving him 2–3 over the past 10 months.
- Holland had targeted six fights in 2025 but recently said he does not expect to compete in November or December, acknowledging he will miss that goal.