Conor McGregor, Max Holloway Have Heated Face-Off in Video Ahead of UFC Rematch
UFC fighters Conor McGregor and Max Holloway engaged in a heated face-off ahead of their scheduled rematch at UFC 329. The two fighters are preparing for their second bout, with analysts noting McGregor's long layoff and Holloway's recent performance as key factors.
Why it matters
This high-profile rematch highlights the ongoing commercial and cultural draw of veteran UFC stars in the combat sports industry.
02:13 Featured Video Ranking Fighters on UFC 329 Main Card 🔢 Home MMA MMA Conor McGregor, Max Holloway Have Heated Face-Off in Video Ahead of UFC Rematch Timothy Rapp Jul 9, 2026 Conor McGregor and Max Holloway weren't exactly exchanging pleasantries during their face off on Thursday night.
The two had to be separated, a time-honored tradition among fighters:
TOP NEWS McGregor's Custom Shorts 🍀 Bleacher Report Conor Makes Case as Featherweight GOAT Bleacher Report Max: McGregor 'Dangerous' ⚠️ Bleacher Report The two fighters are set to face off for a second time at UFC 329, a rematch of McGregor's 2013 decision over Holloway.
McGregor, 37, hasn't fought since 2021, losing back-to-back fights against Dustin Poirier. He's now lost three of his last four UFC bouts and is 22-6 in his career.
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