UFC's biggest global icon is back in the octagon.
For the first time since 2021, “The Notorious” Conor McGregor is slated to enter the UFC octagon on Saturday, July 11. He’ll battle Max "Blessed" Holloway at UFC 329 in Las Vegas at the T-Mobile Arena.
The welterweight main event between Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway is expected to begin around 11:30 p.m. EST, depending on when the other main card fights conclude, on Paramount+.
Below, we’ll give you everything you need to know about McGregor’s next fight against Holloway, including where to watch it on Saturday, July 11, where McGregor has been since his last UFC fight, and how to get real-money action on your Conor McGregor fight pick on PrizePicks with your predictions.
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When is Conor McGregor's Next Fight? Saturday, July 11 vs. Max Holloway
In his first UFC fight in over five years, Conor McGregor’s next fight will take place against Max Holloway at UFC 329 on Saturday, July 11. He’ll headline the main event, set to go five five-minute rounds.
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McGregor rose to superstardom with an undefeated start to his UFC career out of Dublin. He captured both the featherweight and lightweight championships by way of knockout, setting up a 2018 fight with undefeated Russian wrestler Khabib Nurmagomedov after a pro boxing match opposite Floyd “Money” Mayweather in 2017.
In a fight filled with outside-the-cage antics, Nurmagomedov submitted McGregor in the fourth round to wrestle away McGregor's title.
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McGregor has since won just once in MMA, against Donald Cerrone in 2020, and has lost another pair of bouts to Dustin Poirier. McGregor was scheduled to fight at UFC 303 in 2024 vs. Michael Chandler, but the fight was canceled after McGregor broke his toe just two weeks before the fight.
The 37-year-old will end his layoff against Max Holloway, whom he defeated by unanimous decision in 2013 at featherweight. Holloway is a former featherweight champion and “BMF” champion in UFC — best known for his viral 2024 knockout of Justin Gaethje at UFC 300.
Where is Conor McGregor's Next Fight?
Conor McGregor’s next fight is at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, where he is scheduled to face Max Holloway at UFC 329. Expected start time is 11:30 p.m. ET, depending on when other fights end.
The early prelims start at 5 p.m. ET, regular prelims start at 7 p.m. ET, and the main card is expected to start at 9 p.m. ET.
How to Watch Conor McGregor's Next Fight vs. Holloway
Conor McGregor’s next fight vs. Max Holloway at UFC 329 will stream on Paramount+. To watch the fights, you will need a Paramount+ subscription, which starts at $8.99/month or $89.99 per year, which includes ads.
McGregor vs. Holloway expected around 11:30 p.m. ET, depending on the earlier fights.
How Much Are McGregor vs. Holloway Tickets?
If you want to see UFC 329: McGregor vs. Holloway 2 in person, the cheapest single ticket to get in the door is $983 as of writing, via SeatGeek, in the upper bowl. The cheapest lower bowl ticket is $1.895, while the cheapest floor seats are $4,560.
Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway Official Rules for Saturday, July 11
Inside the UFC, McGregor vs. Holloway is a professional, legitimately sanctioned fight by the Nevada State Athletic Commission. Here are key details about the fight:
- Welterweight bout (170 pounds)
- Up to 5x five-minute rounds
- 4-ounce gloves
- Non-title fight
- Updated, unified MMA rules allowing striking, wrestling, grappling, and submissions
When Was Conor McGregor's Last Fight in UFC?
Conor McGregor’s last UFC fight was on July 10, 2021, against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. The fight ended after Round 1 when McGregor suffered a broken leg, giving Poirier the TKO win by doctor stoppage.
Although it was an unfortunate finish, McGregor had previously lost to Dustin Poirier vs. second-round KO in January 2021 at UFC 264.
That injury in July 2021 kicked off McGregor’s long layoff from the octagon, which included recovery, a canceled 2024 fight vs. Michael Chandler, and outside-the-cage legal issues before his scheduled return against Max Holloway at UFC 329 this Saturday.
Where Has Conor McGregor Been Since His Last UFC Fight in 2021?
Conor McGregor’s disappearance has been due to a variety of factors, starting with a recovery from the broken leg he suffered the last time we saw him in the octagon.
McGregor crumbled in Round 2 against the aforementioned Poirier due to the injury. It was an unceremonious end to the trilogy, in which McGregor promised revenge.
A New York Times investigation uncovered that McGregor was taking banned substances to aid his recovery from the leg injury. This struggle was apparent as McGregor would not enter the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) testing pool, as he would have needed six months of testing before returning to competition.
UFC stopped using USADA for drug testing at the start of 2024 in an attempt to get McGregor back in the cage — which, reportedly, was a primary cause of the split.
McGregor was eventually booked to fight Michael Chandler at UFC 303 in June 2024, but that fight was canceled after McGregor suffered a broken toe in training.
Per the BBC, McGregor has also been involved in an ongoing legal dispute for a sexual assault case dating back to 2018. He lost a 2025 appeal in Dublin civil court, which ordered him to pay 206,000 pounds to the victim.
It has been a long, arduous road for McGregor to get back into the octagon, but he claims he’s reformed his life to lock in for a "second" MMA career.
Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway – Tale of the Tape for UFC 329
Max Holloway, 34, is three years younger, but McGregor will enjoy a five-inch edge in reach.
Holloway’s +2.30 striking success rate (SSR) towers over McGregor’s (+0.66) due to his volume. He’s the all-time record-holder for UFC strikes landed (3,980) and significant strikes landed in one fight (425). McGregor’s power, of course, can be a great equalizer.
Of note, McGregor landed four takedowns in his first fight with Holloway, and his accuracy shooting them (55%) is well above the divisional average.
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What is Conor McGregor’s MMA Record?
Conor McGregor’s pro MMA record is 22-6.
He’s 10-4 in UFC, losing all four fights inside the distance. All of those setbacks have come within his last seven appearances, marking a losing record (3-4) since the start of 2016.
He had a 15-fight unbeaten streak between 2011 and a short-notice 2016 bout with Nate Diaz, which he avenged by unanimous decision in the next fight.
That first Diaz fight took place at 170 pounds, a weight at which McGregor is 1-1 as a pro. His win over Cerrone also came at welterweight.
As mentioned, McGregor is also 0-1 as a pro boxer, having lost via (T)KO in Round 10 to Floyd Mayweather.
UFC 329: McGregor vs. Holloway 2 Main Card Fights
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UFC 329’s main card is expected to start at 9 p.m. ET with the first main card fight. Here’s a full rundown of the proceedings:
- Welterweight Main Event: Conor McGregor (2.56x) vs. Max Holloway (1.47x)
- Lightweight Co-Main Event: Paddy Pimblett (2.08x) vs. Benoit Saint Denis (1.66x)
- Bantamweight Featured Bout: Cory Sandhagen (1.61x) vs. Mario Bautista (2.17x)
- Flyweight Featured Bout: Brandon Royval (2.70x) vs. Lone’er Kavanagh (1.40x)
- Lightweight Featured Bout: Bobby “King” Green (2.08x) vs. Terrance McKinney (1.69x)
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