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UFC 329 | Pro fighters make their picks for Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway 2
Cole Shelton - July 7, 2026
The UFC is in Las Vegas, Nevada, for a stacked UFC 329 card that serves as International Fight Week. In the main event, Conor McGregor makes his return to the Octagon to take on Max Holloway in a rematch of their 2013 fight, but this fight is now at welterweight instead of featherweight. Heading into the bout, McGregor is a +176 underdog while the Hawaiian is a -230 favorite on FanDuel. Ahead of the bout at UFC 329, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their predictions for the welterweight scrap. Although Holloway is moving up to welterweight, the pros expect the Hawaiian to get the win, as they expect him to take over in the later rounds after early success by McGregor.
Conor McGregor predicted to earn shocking first-round KO at UFC 329 by current champ
Curtis Calhoun - July 6, 2026
A current UFC champion predicts that Conor McGregor will make it look easy in his fighting return after a five-year hiatus. Future UFC Hall of Famer Conor McGregor will make his first walk to the Octagon in five years this Saturday at UFC 329 against Max Holloway. McGregor is looking for his first UFC win since January 2020, when he knocked out welterweight legend Donald Cerrone at UFC 246.
Paddy Pimblett believes he can secure Conor McGregor bout after UFC 329: 'I’ll fight him at welterweight in MSG'
Cole Shelton - July 6, 2026
Paddy Pimblett believes UFC 329 is set up for him to face Conor McGregor next time out. McGregor is set to headline UFC 329 against Max Holloway at welterweight in a highly anticipated bout. Pimblett, meanwhile, is fighting in the co-main event against Benoit Saint-Denis.
Bruce Buffer is amazed the draw Conor McGregor still has ahead of UFC 329: 'It's going to be a big fight'
Cole Shelton - July 6, 2026
UFC Octagon announcer Bruce Buffer knows UFC 329 will be a massive event due to the return of Conor McGregor. McGregor is set to end his five-year-long layoff on Saturday in the main event of UFC 329 in a welterweight fight against Max Holloway. It serves as a rematch of their 2013 fight, which McGregor won by decision when they were both at featherweight.
Max Holloway thinks Conor McGregor might bite on slugfest if he points down: "He has the energy to do it"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 6, 2026
Max Holloway believes Conor McGregor would be down to trade bombs if the moment calls for it on Saturday. Holloway and McGregor are to collide in the UFC 329 main event, which will cap off International Fight Week inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The two shared the Octagon all the way back in 2013, and the rematch figures to play out far differently regardless of whether McGregor makes it 2-0 or Holloway gets some revenge.
Conor McGregor warns Max Holloway that he's a 'different animal' going into UFC 329 rematch
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 5, 2026
Conor McGregor believes he’s more dangerous inside the Octagon than he’s ever been, and he vows to prove it on Saturday. McGregor is scheduled to make his return in the UFC 329 headliner. The Irish megastar will collide with Max Holloway, and both men have been sharing their pre-fight thoughts. While “Blessed” sees himself taking McGregor into deep waters and “drowning” him, the “Notorious” one predicts a far different outcome.
Max Holloway plans to 'drown' Conor McGregor in UFC 329 rematch: "Mystic Max has arrived"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 3, 2026
Max Holloway believes he will push Conor McGregor to the brink in their UFC 329 showdown. Holloway and McGregor haven’t shared the Octagon since 2013, which was long before either man became icons in the sport of MMA. The “Notorious” one defeated “Blessed” via unanimous decision. Holloway would emerge as a fan favorite who reached elite championship status, while McGregor became the biggest star the sport has ever seen, capturing gold in two weight classes.
Terence Crawford disputes Conor McGregor's $200 million MMA fight offer
Curtis Calhoun - July 2, 2026
Boxing superstar Terence Crawford says Conor McGregor’s claims about an alleged two-fight offer were fabricated. Conor McGregor will make his highly anticipated return to the UFC Octagon later this month against Max Holloway at UFC 329. It’ll mark McGregor’s first MMA appearance since injuring his leg against Dustin Poirier in their UFC 264 trilogy.
Justin Gaethje reiterates that he would 'love' to punch Conor McGregor in the face
Harry Kettle - June 30, 2026
UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje has said that he would love to punch potential opponent Conor McGregor in the face. Right now, Justin Gaethje is living his best life. He is coming off the back of his first-ever undisputed UFC lightweight title triumph after he was able to knock off the previously undefeated Ilia Topuria in their blockbuster main event at UFC Freedom 250.
Conor McGregor given his flowers by Dan Hooker for UFC 329 return despite loaded bank account: "Credit to him"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 29, 2026
Conor McGregor has done quite well for himself financially, and Dan Hooker is impressed that the “Notorious” one hasn’t simply walked away from the fight game. McGregor is scheduled to step back inside the Octagon for the main event of UFC 329 on July 11. The Irishman will be meeting a familiar foe in Max Holloway. The two clashed all the way back in 2013, and it was McGregor who emerged victorious via unanimous decision despite suffering a torn ACL during the fight.
Michael Chiesa thinks Conor McGregor vs Justin Gaethje could compete with White House event
Harry Kettle - June 29, 2026
Former UFC fighter Michael Chiesa has high hopes for how successful a Conor McGregor vs Justin Gaethje fight could be. In the main event of UFC 329, Conor McGregor will go head to head with Max Holloway. The two will face off at welterweight, and although Holloway is seen as the favorite given his overall ability and activity, ‘Notorious’ has far more experience when it comes to competing at 170 pounds.
Conor McGregor doubles down on Justin Gaethje's 'OK' skill level: "He's woeful"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 28, 2026
Conor McGregor has once again made it clear that he doesn’t think much of Justin Gaethje’s abilities inside the Octagon. Gaethje is the reigning UFC Lightweight Champion after pulling off a big upset at UFC Freedom 250. “The Highlight” was a sizable underdog going into his title unification bout with Ilia Topuria on the White House lawn. Gaethje put damage on Topuria’s face in the first round and he only made things worse for “El Matador” as the fight progressed.
Despite Max Holloway being his dream fight, AJ McKee thinks Conor McGregor might take it at UFC 329
Dylan Bowker - June 25, 2026
Max Holloway represents a dream fight for many, and while AJ McKee exists within this context, it seems like he’s not completely confident that ‘Blessed’ wins his next contest. Holloway will take on the biggest star in the history of the sport, Conor McGregor, in a long-awaited rematch set to transpire in July at UFC 329. McKee has his own high-stakes bout as the former Bellator MMA champ prepares to clash with the unbeaten Salamat Isbulaev in the headline attraction of PFL San Diego on June 27th. Referencing a prior interview where ‘The Mercenary’ mentioned Max Holloway as his dream fight someday, when asked for his thoughts on that rematch between McGregor and Holloway, which is set to transpire in the coming weeks, McKee said [via Bowks Talking Bouts],
Charles Oliveira claims Conor McGregor declined original UFC 329 offer to pursue 'easier path'
Curtis Calhoun - June 25, 2026
BMF titleholder Charles Oliveira says he was the originally planned opponent for Conor McGregor’s comeback at UFC 329 next month. Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor will return at UFC 329 in just a few weeks against former BMF champion Max Holloway. UFC 329 will mark McGregor’s first walk to the Octagon since UFC 264, when he injured his leg against Dustin Poirier in their trilogy bout.
Paddy Pimblett welcomes possible showdown with Conor McGregor but is focused on winning lightweight gold
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 25, 2026
Paddy Pimblett would never rule out a big payday against Conor McGregor, but he’s also got the UFC lightweight title on his mind. Pimblett was close to getting his chance at fighting for undisputed UFC gold when he met Justin Gaethje back in January. “The Baddy” fell short, dropping a unanimous decision to “The Highlight.” Gaethje went on to stop Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250 to become the undisputed 155-pound king.
Conor McGregor reflects on some of his issues outside of the cage
Harry Kettle - June 25, 2026
UFC sensation Conor McGregor has spoken about the lessons he has come to learn courtesy of his issues outside of the cage. At UFC 329 next month, Conor McGregor will take on Max Holloway in his first professional mixed martial arts fight in five years. While many are focused on the fact that one of the biggest stars of all time is coming back, others want to see him be held accountable for some of the problems he has experienced away from fighting.
Georges St-Pierre suggests Conor McGregor make one major camp change ahead of UFC 329 comeback
Curtis Calhoun - June 22, 2026
UFC Hall of Famer Georges St-Pierre believes Conor McGregor needs to shake up his camp for his long-awaited Octagon return. After five years away from the Octagon, former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor will make the walk against Max Holloway at UFC 329 next month. McGregor hasn’t fought since injuring his leg against Dustin Poirier in their UFC 264 trilogy, and many questions remain regarding McGregor’s place in Mixed Martial Arts.
Paddy Pimblett explains why he favors Conor McGregor to defeat Max Holloway: "I see Conor knocking him out"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 22, 2026
Paddy Pimblett believes Conor McGregor will have a successful return to the Octagon against the odds. McGregor is set to have his first pro MMA bout since 2021. He’s scheduled to rekindle his rivalry with Max Holloway, who he defeated all the way back in 2013. McGregor’s return fight will headline UFC 329 on July 11, which will cap off International Fight Week.