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title: "McGregor vs Holloway: How the Scandalous UFC 329 Event in Las Vegas Unfolded"
description: "🔥 McGregor is back! The fight with Holloway at UFC 329 became a sensation: a brawl at the press conference, threats, and promises of a rematch. Watch the broadcast on UFC Fight Pass — July 12, 4:00 AM Kyiv time 🥊🇺🇸🇮🇪"
date: 2026-07-11T04:56:00.000Z
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# McGregor vs Holloway: How the Scandalous UFC 329 Event in Las Vegas Unfolded

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On the night of July 12, one of the most anticipated events in the world of combat sports took place in Las Vegas — UFC 329. The main event of the evening was the fight between Irish veteran Conor McGregor and American featherweight champion Max Holloway. This bout marked McGregor’s return to the octagon after five years since his last fight against Dustin Poirier.

### Five Years Without Fights: The Road to Return

Conor McGregor last stepped into the ring on July 11, 2021, when he lost to Poirier due to a broken leg in the first round. After surgery and a long recovery, he repeatedly expressed his desire to return and restore his reputation. Over these years, McGregor actively developed outside of sports: he ran for president of Ireland, appeared in films, and launched business ventures — from The Black Forge Inn pub to the McGregor FAST fitness platform.

In 2026, he officially announced his return, announcing a fight with Max Holloway — an opponent he had already defeated in 2013. At that time, 21-year-old Holloway was a promising newcomer, while McGregor was already a recognized champion in two weight classes.

### Holloway: From Newcomer to Champion

Over the past years, Max Holloway has transformed into one of the strongest fighters in the world. In 2017, he became the UFC featherweight champion by defeating José Aldo, and then successfully defended the title in a rematch. However, in 2019, he lost the belt to Alexander Volkanovski, to whom he also lost in two subsequent fights. In October 2024, Holloway tried again to reclaim the title but lost to Ilia Topuria.

### Press Conference: Trash Talk and Brawl

At the official press conference, the opponents held back nothing in their words. McGregor declared: “Weight is on point, body is in top shape, mind sharper than ever. The plan is set, and I’m ready to go to war.” Holloway responded: “I’ll make Conor regret coming back to the octagon. But actually, no. I want him to think he can do it again. And we’ve organized a rematch by the end of this year.”

The traditional face-off escalated into a brawl: McGregor ripped off Holloway’s glasses, sparking a wild reaction from the crowd and requiring security intervention. The scene was captured on video and quickly went viral on social media.

### How to Watch the Fight?

Ukrainian online platforms did not acquire the rights to broadcast UFC 329. However, the fight is available on the UFC Fight Pass platform via subscription for $5.50 (approximately 248 UAH) per month. The main event begins on July 12, around 4:00 AM Kyiv time.

This bout is not just a rematch — it’s a clash of two eras: a legend returning after a long hiatus and a champion who has proven his strength under the toughest conditions. What happens next will only be revealed inside the octagon.