Conor McGregor returns against Max Holloway in UFC 329 rematch
Conor McGregor is set to return to the UFC octagon after a five-year absence, headlining UFC 329 against Max Holloway in a rematch from their 2013 bout. The fight will take place on July 11, 2026, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas during International Fight Week. Holloway, coming off a loss to Charles Oliveira, seeks redemption for his earlier defeat to McGregor while McGregor aims to make a successful comeback after multiple injury setbacks.
- ▪Conor McGregor will fight Max Holloway at UFC 329 on July 11, 2026, in Las Vegas.
- ▪McGregor has not fought since 2021, when he suffered a broken leg in a bout against Dustin Poirier.
- ▪Max Holloway lost to Charles Oliveira in a recent 'BMF' title fight but previously scored a dramatic win over Justin Gaethje at UFC 300.
- ▪McGregor was initially expected to return in 2024 against Michael Chandler but withdrew due to a broken toe.
- ▪Holloway and McGregor first fought in 2013, with McGregor winning by TKO in the second round.
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