Conor McGregor prepares for UFC 329 rematch against Max Holloway
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 3:11 AM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
Conor McGregor is set to enter the octagon for the first time in five years at UFC 329, taking place on Saturday night in Las Vegas. He faces Max Holloway in a highly anticipated rematch, with discussions surrounding the significance of this fight for both competitors. McGregor's recent fight week experience and the overall excitement for the event are highlighted, along with the co-main event featuring Paddy Pimblett and Benoit Saint Denis. The ceremonial weigh-in took place on July 10 at T-Mobile Arena, further building hype around the match.
- •UFC 329 is scheduled for Saturday night in Las Vegas.
- •Conor McGregor fights Max Holloway in the main event.
- •The event features a co-main event with Paddy Pimblett and Benoit Saint Denis.
- •McGregor's last fight was five years ago.
- •Ceremonial weigh-in occurred on July 10 at T-Mobile Arena.
- 3:11 AMYahoo Sports — UFC 329: Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway 2 preview show
- 3:11 AMMMA Fighting — UFC 329: Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway 2 preview show
"LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 10: Conor McGregor steps on the scale during the UFC 329 ceremonial weigh-in at T-Mobile Arena on July 10, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC) LAS VEGAS — Conor McGregor is set to make the walk to the octagon for the first time in five years, and has made some big promises ahead of his rematch against Max Holloway in the main event of UFC 329. The big question on everybody’s mind seems to be, is the Mac truly back? Ahead of the massive numbered event, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and José Youngs preview UFC 329 outside of T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. They discuss McGregor’s fight week as a whole, if the event feels big compared to most events over the past few years, who needs a win more between McGregor and Holloway, and how things can shake up depending on the result. Additionally, they discuss the lightweight co-main event between Paddy Pimblett and Benoit Saint Denis, and other storylines ahead of the fight card. Catch the UFC 329 preview show video above. An audio-only version of the show can be found below and on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you find your favorite podcasts.
"UFC 329 takes place Saturday night in Las Vegas
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 11, 2026, 3:11 AMUFC 329: Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway 2 preview show
UFC 329 takes place Saturday night in Las Vegas
- MMA FightingJul 11, 2026, 3:11 AMUFC 329: Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway 2 preview show
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 10: Conor McGregor steps on the scale during the UFC 329 ceremonial weigh-in at T-Mobile Arena on July 10, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC) LAS VEGAS — Conor McGregor is set to make the walk to the octagon for the first time in five years, and has made some big promises ahead of his rematch against Max Holloway in the main event of UFC 329. The big question on everybody’s mind seems to be, is the Mac truly back? Ahead of the massive numbered event, MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and José Youngs preview UFC 329 outside of T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. They discuss McGregor’s fight week as a whole, if the event feels big compared to most events over the past few years, who needs a win more between McGregor and Holloway, and how things can shake up depending on the result. Additionally, they discuss the lightweight co-main event between Paddy Pimblett and Benoit Saint Denis, and other storylines ahead of the fight card. Catch the UFC 329 preview show video above. An audio-only version of the show can be found below and on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you find your favorite podcasts.
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