​Conor McGregor is set for a highly anticipated return to the UFC this week as he steps back into the octagon to face Max Holloway in a rematch that fans have waited 13 years to see. After five years away from competition, McGregor’s last trip to the Octagon ended with a broken leg in a 2021 defeat to Dustin Poirier, leaving many wondering which version of the Irish star will emerge at UFC 329 in Las Vegas. Holloway, by contrast, has been more active, having outpointed McGregor in their 2013 clash, though he arrives at this bout coming off a one-sided loss to Charles Oliveira in March.
Despite Holloway’s recent setback, he remains a former champion and is widely regarded as one of the greatest featherweights of all time. He has also shown success at lightweight, though he will be stepping up to welterweight to face McGregor, a division in which the Irishman has experience that Holloway has not. McGregor’s comeback is underscored by more than just his return from injury; in 2024 a civil jury found him liable for rape, a verdict he has denied and is appealing after an earlier unsuccessful appeal. The broader context around McGregor’s personal and legal challenges adds another layer to his preparation for the fight, which will unfold in front of a global audience.
In Saturday’s co-main event, Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett will attempt to rebound from his first UFC loss, but he faces a formidable test against the hard-hitting and well-rounded Benoit Saint-Denis. Here is everything you need to know about UFC 329.
Event details and broadcast
UFC 329 takes place on Saturday, July 11, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The action kicks off with early prelims at 10:00 PM BST (2:00 PM PT / 4:00 PM CT / 5:00 PM ET), followed by the regular prelims at midnight BST (4:00 PM PT / 6:00 PM CT / 7:00 PM ET) on Sunday, with the main card getting underway at 2:00 AM BST on Sunday (6:00 PM PT / 8:00 PM CT / 9:00 PM ET on Saturday).
TV and streaming options
In the UK, UFC 329 will be available on TNT Sports pay-per-view for £19.99, with additional access through HBO Max, EE TV, Virgin Media, Amazon Prime Video, and Sky Sports. In the United States, the action will be streamed on Paramount+, with CBS airing a segment of the card.
Fights and odds (illustrative)
Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway (welterweight) is the headlining bout, with Holloway entering as the favored fighter. The co-main event features Paddy Pimblett vs. Benoit Saint-Denis in a lightweight matchup, while Cory Sandhagen takes on Mario Bautista in a bantamweight bout. Also on the card are Brandon Royval vs. Lone’er Kavanagh in flyweight, and King Green vs. Terrance McKinney in lightweight. The prelims include Robert Whittaker vs. Nikita Krylov in a light-heavyweight pivot, along with Gable Steveson vs. Elisha Ellison in the heavyweight division.
Notes and context
– McGregor’s status going into UFC 329 reflects a combination of championship pedigree, high-profile star power, and unresolved questions about form after his long layoff and the leg injury.
– Holloway remains a dangerous, seasoned challenger with a legacy in the sport, particularly at featherweight, and a willingness to test himself across weight classes.
– The card also serves as a test of depth for the UFC lineup, with strong competition in both the main and preliminary bouts.
As the fight night approaches, fans will be watching not only for the outcome of McGregor vs. Holloway but also for how Pimblett, Sandhagen, and the rest of the lineup perform under the bright lights of Las Vegas.