Joe Rogan Picks Ilia Topuria Over Kamala Harris
Joe Rogan left many surprised when he decided to watch the expected fight between Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway, instead of doing the scheduled interview with U.S. presidential candidate Kamala Harris. “Joe Rogan picks Ilia Topuria over Kamala Harris,” was the headline that quickly went viral on social media, sparking a debate among his supporters and detractors.
A Professional Decision
Rogan explained on his show that the choice was clear: covering the UFC event was part of his job and his responsibility to the audience. “I couldn’t tell my team to cancel the podcast just because I had to interview Kamala Harris. That would be absurd. I’m an MMA commentator, this is what I do,” he shared.
The unmissable fight
The Topuria-Holloway fight was simply a must-win. Max Holloway was coming off a spectacular knockout against Justin Gaethje, considered one of the most impressive in history. Meanwhile, Ilia Topuria was cementing himself as one of the best fighters in the world at the time.
A clash of titans
“It was a fight between the greatest featherweight champion of all time and the current champion – I wasn’t going to lose it!” stated Rogan, making clear his commitment to the world of MMA.
Although Rogan’s decision generated debate on social media, his passion for mixed martial arts is indisputable. In the end, the commentator chose what really motivates him: for UFC fans, this fight was a historic event.
Joe Rogan proved that when it comes to MMA, there is no room for compromise.
