Conor McGregor's last UFC fight was a brutal loss five years ago
Conor McGregor is set to return to the UFC octagon for the first time in five years to face Max Holloway at UFC 329 in Las Vegas. McGregor, who has a 22-6 record and lost his last two fights to Dustin Poirier in 2021, will compete in the welterweight division, aiming to re-establish his dominance.
Why it matters
This highly anticipated comeback fight is a significant event in mixed martial arts, testing McGregor's ability to perform at an elite level after a long absence and multiple losses, potentially impacting his legacy and the sport's viewership.
Hear this story Conor McGregor has a chance to prove his self-proclaimed claim to be UFC's "greatest featherweight of all time" when he steps into the octagon for the first time in five years to take on Max Holloway at UFC 329 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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