UFC Fight Night 225: Holloway vs. The Korean Zombie | Event Profile, Full Results & Legacy

Dana Black
May 22
3 min read

Introduction

UFC Fight Night 225: Holloway vs. The Korean Zombie took place on August 26, 2023 at the Singapore Indoor Stadium in Kallang, Singapore — the UFC’s sixth visit to Singapore and first since UFC 275 in June 2022. The featherweight main event was a dream matchup between former champion Max Holloway and fan favourite Chan Sung Jung, ‘The Korean Zombie.’

Holloway delivered another spectacular knockout, stopping Jung with a devastating overhand right at 0:23 of round three after two rounds of wild, fan-pleasing exchanges. Jung retired immediately after the fight, ending one of the most beloved careers in featherweight history. It was Holloway’s 12th consecutive non-title victory. The card drew 10,263 fans and generated $1.29M in gate revenue.

Quick Stats

📅 Date: Saturday, August 26, 2023

📍 Venue: Singapore Indoor Stadium, Kallang, Singapore | Att: 10,263 | Gate: $1,288,777

📺 Broadcast: ESPN+ (UFC on ESPN+ 83)

✅ Result: Max Holloway def. Chan Sung Jung via TKO (Punch) (Round 3, 0:23)

Main Event: Holloway vs. The Korean Zombie

The first two rounds were everything fans hoped for. Jung came out aggressive, landing a punch that seemed to buzz Holloway early. Holloway fired back and scored a knockdown in round two with a right hand, then locked in a deep anaconda choke — but Jung lived up to his nickname by surviving and fighting his way back to his feet.

Round three lasted just 23 seconds. Jung charged forward swinging, but Holloway timed a devastating overhand right that sent Jung crashing to the canvas for the knockout. Jung retired immediately after the fight — one of the most emotional retirements in UFC history. Holloway extended his non-title winning streak to 12, cementing his legacy as the greatest featherweight of his generation.

Co-Main & Undercard Highlights

Anthony Smith defeated Ryan Spann by split decision in the co-main event despite sustaining serious eye damage in round two. Giga Chikadze shut out Alex Caceres by UD in his return to action. Erin Blanchfield outpointed former title challenger Taila Santos. Michał Oleksiejczuk earned a PoN with a comeback TKO of Chidi Njokuani in round one. Junior Tafa finished Parker Porter in just 1:24 (PoN).

Full Results

Max Holloway def. Chan Sung Jung — TKO (Punch) (Round 3, 0:23) — FotN | Korean Zombie retires

Anthony Smith def. Ryan Spann — SD R3; Giga Chikadze def. Alex Caceres — UD R3; Rinya Nakamura def. Fernie Garcia — UD R3; Erin Blanchfield def. Taila Santos — UD R3; Michał Oleksiejczuk def. Chidi Njokuani — TKO R1 (PoN); Junior Tafa def. Parker Porter — TKO R1, 1:24 (PoN)

Bonuses & Awards

🥊 Fight of the Night: Max Holloway vs. Chan Sung Jung ($50,000 each)

🏆 Performance of the Night: Michał Oleksiejczuk ($50,000) — TKO of Chidi Njokuani R1

🏆 Performance of the Night: Junior Tafa ($50,000) — TKO of Parker Porter R1, 1:24

Legacy & Impact

FN 225 was the end of an era. The Korean Zombie’s retirement was one of the most emotional moments of 2023 — a beloved fighter who had given fans some of the most exciting fights in featherweight history. Holloway’s performance was a reminder of why he remains the most dangerous non-champion in the division. The card also showcased the continued rise of Erin Blanchfield and Rinya Nakamura.