Max Holloway's Rookie Year Cards to Collect
- Paul Seviner
- Jul 19
- 3 min read
Updated: Jul 19
Max Holloway's career record tells the story of a fighter who isn't afraid to step into the trenches and go toe-to-toe with the best. With multiple victories against top-tier opponents, Holloway's durability and volume striking have made him a fan favorite. His battles are often characterised by a high count of significant strikes and a pace that leaves audiences breathless.
Since he fought spectacular fights for the BMF title at UFC (which stands for 'Baddest MotherF*****'), wins, or losses, Max's market presence and appeal have only grown.
Today, we are looking at his rookie year cards, which started with Topps sets in 2013, and affordable gems any fan or collector should seek. Let’s be honest: Max is already a legend in the sport and is surely destined to become a Hall of Famer! 2013 Topps UFC Knockout # 42 Max Holloway
There were three Topps UFC sets released in 2013, and the Knockout set was the first, debuting in May. Thus, this card is often referred to as his first "rookie" card, although Topps wasn't using the RC logo on many rookies at that time. The card introduces Max as the youngest fighter in the UFC and mentions his loss against Dustin Poirier. The many battles and mutual respect between the two add an extra layer of history to this card. 2013 Topps UFC Finest # FM16 Max Holloway, Finest Moments
Finest was the second set to come out, and those are actually harder to find. A very nice moment of Max throwing a high kick, and tagged as the 'young star gets two wins in 2012'.
2013 Topps UFC Finest #62 Max Holloway
This is the fan favorite across all three sets for two reasons. First, it features the same picture used on Max's first autograph card, and second, it’s the very first time his nickname "Blessed" is printed on the back of a card.
2013 Topps UFC Finest 1st Autograph #FFAMHO Max Holloway
This is undoubtedly the grail of his cards. With the "1st Autograph" stamp, this Max card is extremely rare and highly prized, especially for the iconic "Blessed" signature.
2013 Topps UFC Bloodlines #9 Max Holloway
A more affordable approach to collecting Max's rookie year cards is the "Bloodline" set, which features another action-packed framed card that is aging well and has become harder to find these days.
2013 Topps UFC Bloodlines Relic Autograph # FAR-MH Max Holloway
Bloodlines cards do have variant versions featuring country flags, and this relic version, with Holloway's second autograph "Blessed," is a beautiful piece for any collection—even if it is a fighter-worn relic not coming from an official event. Max’s legacy is already solidified, and as his star continues to rise, so does the value of his rarest and most iconic cards. Stay disciplined, do your research, and most importantly—enjoy the journey. Because at the end of the day, collecting Max isn’t just about cards; it’s about capturing a legend in the making.
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