Holly Holm Becomes First UFC Fighter to be Inducted into the Boxing Hall of Fame 2022 Class

UFC President Dana White took to Instagram and sent a massive shout-out to former UFC bantamweight champion Holly Holm. ‘The Preacher’s Daughter’ ascended to the highest of heights in the sport of boxing following her induction into the international boxing Hall of Fame. She has been placed as an inductee for 2022 and will be inducted alongside a onetime UFC fighter, James Toney.

The ceremony spans the duration of three days from June 9-June 12 2022 and is a commemoration of three years starting in 2020. Not to mention, Holly Holm and James Toney are the first fighters to have fought under the UFC banner to be recognized by IBHOF. Until now, the honor of being an esteemed IBHOF inductee was reserved for fighters away from the purview of MMA.

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Holly Holm releases a statement on her induction

Following the exciting news, Holly Holm took to Instagram and penned down an expansive paragraph detailing her views. She expressed her love for combat sports as a whole and was glad to be recognized for her efforts in boxing. Not to mention, she made sure to thank her ‘strong support system’ that comprised of coaches, family, friends, and others.

“I’m sure I’ll have more to say going forward as I am a little lost for words. I am truly humbled and so honored to be acknowledged with the greats of boxing. I couldn’t chase my dreams without such a strong support system. From my coaches, family, friends, management, teammates and fans.”

“I am forever grateful and also even more motivated to achieve so much more in my life. I love combat sports as it will always be a part of who I am. It’s in my blood and I love it! Sincerely-Thank you!!!!”

Holm stepped into the UFC’s cage as one of the most decorated stand-up women’s fighters in history. She entered the promotion as an 18-time boxing world champion with an overall record of 33-2-3. Moreover, she had 9 knockouts under her belt per Tapology and is the belt holder of the WBF World Light Welterweight and World Welterweight Champion.

While Holm has reached some impressive heights in the sport of boxing, her journey in MMA isn’t complete just yet. Fans are excited to see ‘The Preacher’s Daughter’ make one last run at capturing UFC gold again.

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