I truly think Max might be the most under appreciated fighter on the roster. He is a living legend. Here are the numbers:

UFC Record: 21-7

Title fight record: 5-4

His only losses are to Volk 3x, Poirier 2x, McGregor and Dennis Bermudez (split decision). He has only been finished once; Poirier via sub in his 5th pro fight, also his UFC debut.

Instead of just listing opponents he’s beaten, I’m going to list fighters he has finished:

Andre Fili, Clay Collard (solid PFL fighter currently), Cub Swanson, Charles Oliveira (injury), Anthony Pettis, Jose Aldo 2x, Brian Ortega, Chan Sung Jung

He also has decision wins over:

Jeremy Stephens, Ricardo Lamas, Frankie Edgar, Calvin Kattar, Yair Rodriguez, Arnold Allen

If Max beats Justin Gaethje, he is heading towards all time great status. The best is blessed.