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Max Holloway urges Conor McGregor to show up for UFC 329 fight

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Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Max Holloway urges Conor McGregor to show up for UFC 329 fight

Summary

Max Holloway emphasizes the importance of Conor McGregor making his return at UFC 329 on July 11 in Las Vegas. Holloway is aware of McGregor's pre-fight talk but is focused on ensuring the matchup occurs, especially after McGregor's long layoff from competition. He respects McGregor’s history as a fighter and believes that despite doubts surrounding him, McGregor could come back in peak form. Holloway aims not just for victory but for an impressive performance that would elevate his standing in the division following a past loss.

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By the Numbers

•UFC 329 is scheduled for July 11 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
•Holloway acknowledges McGregor's trash talk as confidence-building.
•McGregor's prior victory over Holloway came in August 2013 by unanimous decision.
•Holloway seeks a dominant win to boost his career after losing to Oliveira.
•This fight marks McGregor's first appearance in nearly five years.

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