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Conor McGregor confirms plans to fight bare-knuckle after UFC 329

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 6:31 AM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Conor McGregor confirms plans to fight bare-knuckle after UFC 329

Summary

Conor McGregor is set to return to the Octagon on July 11 for UFC 329 against Max Holloway. This marks McGregor's first fight since July 2021 due to injuries and legal issues. His rematch has generated significant interest, with tickets selling out in minutes. Following his UFC contract, McGregor intends to fight bare-knuckle, according to BKFC president David Feldman. The recent success of Ronda Rousey's fight on Netflix has prompted discussions regarding McGregor's potential future on the platform, but Feldman suggests McGregor's focus will be on his stake in BKFC.

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Status Watch

•UFC 329 fight scheduled for July 11 at T-Mobile Arena.
•Tickets sold out in four minutes, with high demand noted.
•Ronda Rousey's Netflix fight drew significant viewership.
•McGregor reportedly intends to fight in BKFC after his UFC contract ends.
•BKFC's president claims McGregor is focused on bare-knuckle fights.

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Conor McGregor has not thrown a punch inside the Octagon since July 2021, when Dustin Poirier broke his left leg in the first round of UFC 264. Five years of injuries, legal battles and speculation later, the Notorious is finally back. UFC 329 tickets for his July 11 rematch against Max Holloway at T-Mobile Arena […]
— Yahoo Sports

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