“The Notorious” is officially set to make a return to the cage.
Conor McGregor, who last fought in July 2021, has been locked in for a bout against Max Holloway this summer, UFC CEO Dana White announced Saturday night.
McGregor is set for a rematch against his second-ever UFC opponent, Holloway, at UFC 329.
Here’s everything to know about McGregor’s plans to return to UFC to face Holloway.
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Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway fight details
After some ongoing rumors surrounding McGregor’s potential return, White confirmed those plans on Saturday.
UFC officially announced that McGregor and Holloway will face off in a welterweight bout as the main event of International Fight Week at UFC 329, an event that will stream on Paramount+.
The fight will be at 170 pounds.
CONOR MCGREGOR vs MAX HOLLOWAY 2 !!!!
Your International Fight Week main event is confirmed!
[ #UFC329 LIVE July 11 on @ParamountPlus ] pic.twitter.com/uVxVdgV9Gm
— UFC (@ufc) May 17, 2026
Where will McGregor vs. Holloway be?
McGregor’s return to the cage is slated to come in Las Vegas at UFC 329.
When will McGregor vs. Holloway be?
The rematch of McGregor vs. Holloway is scheduled to be the main event on July 11, 2026, for UFC 329.
Breaking: Conor McGregor will face Max Holloway in the main event at UFC 329 in Las Vegas, @DanaWhite announced on social media.
This bout will be fought at 170 lbs. pic.twitter.com/xm2JT3mO8j
— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) May 17, 2026
Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway full card
With McGregor vs. Holloway being the main event, the rest of the card on July 11 is set to feature Benoit Saint Denis vs. Paddy Pimblett, Cory Sandhagen vs. Mario Bautista, Brandon Royval vs. Lone’er Kavanaugh and Gable Steveson vs. Elisha Ellison.
UFC 329 : Main Card 🔥 pic.twitter.com/0Bspt5ODnd
— MMA On Point (@mmaonpoint) May 17, 2026
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What is International Fight Week?
International Fight Week is the UFC’s annual fan festival that is typically held in Las Vegas in July.
With the event lasting multiple days, it typically includes some of the most anticipated fights of the year for the UFC, along with the UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
This year, International Fight Week will last from Thursday, July 9 to Sunday, July 12.
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Who won the first Conor McGregor-Max Holloway fight?
The last time McGregor and Holloway fought, “The Notorious” had just one UFC fight under his belt.
After being signed by the UFC in 2013 and making his debut with a knockout vs. Marcus Brimage, McGregor was originally scheduled to face Andy Ogle for his second bout, but it was later switched to Holloway.
McGregor would win the fight via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 30–26). After the win, an MRI later showed that McGregor had torn his ACL during the fight, requiring surgery and keeping him sidelined for an extended period.
How old is Conor McGregor?
McGregor is 37 years old. He will turn 38 just days after his fight with Holloway on July 14, 2026.
How old is Max Holloway?
Holloway is 34 years old. He will turn 35 on Dec. 4, 2026.
What was Conor McGregor’s last fight?
McGregor last stepped into the cage around five years before he’s scheduled to make his return.
On July 10, 2021, he took on Dustin Poirier, which resulted in a TKO loss for McGregor. The former two-weight UFC champion suffered a broken leg in the loss.
McGregor was originally going to make a return in 2024 to face Michael Chandler, but he later withdrew due to a toe injury. He has also dealt with issues outside of the Octagon during his absence; in November 2024, an Irish jury found McGregor liable in a civil sexual assault case stemming from an incident in 2018, and he later lost an appeal.
While McGregor spent the majority of his career fighting at 145 and 155 pounds, his return vs. Holloway will come at 170 pounds.
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