Overview
- Dana White, who announced the matchup Sunday on Instagram Live, set McGregor vs. Max Holloway as the UFC 329 main event in Las Vegas.
- The bout is slated for July 11 during International Fight Week, the UFC’s annual showcase in Las Vegas, in a rematch now moving up to welterweight.
- McGregor last competed on July 10, 2021, when a broken leg against Dustin Poirier ended his night and began a long layoff from the cage.
- Skepticism persists after a planned 2024 return against Michael Chandler was booked then canceled weeks out, reportedly due to a toe injury in training.
- The matchup is viewed as a major draw for the promotion’s showcase week, with some outlets reporting the fight will be carried on Paramount+.