Conor McGregor to face Max Holloway at UFC 329 in Las Vegas on July 11

Conor McGregor Max Holloway UFC 329 welterweight debut mixed martial arts

Irish fighter Conor McGregor is scheduled to return to mixed‑martial‑arts competition at UFC 329 on 11 July in Las Vegas, where he will meet former featherweight champion Max Holloway. The bout will be the main event and marks McGregor’s first UFC appearance in five years, after his last fight in July 2021. Both fighters will compete at welterweight, a division Holloway has never fought in before.

McGregor posted on Instagram thanking supporters and saying he feels “better than ever” as he enters an intense training camp. New footage of his preparation has drawn mixed reactions from fans, with some commenting that his speed and fluidity appear diminished after a lengthy hiatus and a recent boxing match. Holloway, speaking on a livestream, acknowledged McGregor’s danger and expressed excitement about the weight‑class change, joking about his new diet plans.

The fight, promoted by the UFC, is expected to draw significant global attention and will be a key highlight of International Fight Week.

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