Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway 2 official for UFC 329

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] · 2026-05-17 03:12

Conor McGregor is set to return to the Octagon against Max Holloway in the main event of UFC 329 on July 11, 2026, during International Fight Week. This welterweight bout marks McGregor's first fight since his 2021 loss to Dustin Poirier and Holloway's first ever at welterweight. The event will also feature a lightweight co-main event between Benoit Saint-Denis and Paddy Pimblett. AI

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Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Brian Mazique, Contributor · 2026-05-17 03:12

Conor McGregor Vs. Max Holloway 2 Is Official: Here's Everything We Know

The UFC has officially announced Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway 2 as the main event of UFC 329 on July 11, 2026 in Las Vegas. McGregor returns from a five-year layoff.