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Conor McGregor prepares for UFC 329 main event against Max Holloway

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 4:09 PM

Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Conor McGregor prepares for UFC 329 main event against Max Holloway
Summary

Conor McGregor faces Max Holloway Saturday night in the main event of UFC 329 during International Fight Week. McGregor, returning after a five-year absence, has only one win in his last ten years. He has maintained a positive mindset despite past controversies and recent inactivity, emphasizing readiness to compete at welterweight. McGregor aims to rejuvenate his career and bolster the UFC's business as he engages in a highly anticipated rematch against Holloway, who has been successful in his own right.

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  • •McGregor hasn't fought in five years, with one win since 2016.
  • •The fight takes place in Las Vegas on July 9, 2026.
  • •McGregor showed confidence and readiness at a recent media day.
  • •Max Holloway is a former featherweight and BMF champion.
  • •Critics voice skepticism about McGregor's ability to compete at this level.
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  • 4:09 PMCBS Sports — What Conor McGregor is facing in return from five-year layoff and why he's 'comfortable in the uncomfortable'
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McGregor will look to do the seemingly impossible on Saturday night in the main event against Max Holloway

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