Conor McGregor's return against former rival is confirmed at UFC 329.

Conor McGregor after victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @ufc

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Conor McGregor Finally, he has a date and opponent set for his return to the UFC octagon. Having not competed since 2021, the Irishman returns to action against... Max Holloway at UFC 329, scheduled for July 11th, during the traditional International Fight Week in Las Vegas.

The last time McGregor entered the octagon was in July 2021, when he faced Dustin poirier in the confrontation that concluded the trilogy between the two. On that occasion, the Irishman was defeated. It is worth remembering that his last victory took place in January 2020, when he overcame Donald Cerrone.

Max Holloway, in turn, seeks to recover from his most recent performance in the UFC. The Hawaiian was dominated by Charles of the Bronx at UFC 326 and, in addition to the defeat, lost the BMF belt.

Conor McGregor did not appear at UFC 303.

Conor McGregor e Michael chandler under discussion at TUF 31 (Photo: Instagram/UFC)

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UFC 329 will not be the organization's first attempt to promote McGregor's return. The Irishman was scheduled to face... Michael chandler in the main fight of UFC 303, but he was eventually removed from the card due to a toe injury.

At the time, McGregor was replaced by Alex Poatán, who knocked out Jiri Prochazka with a high kick and defended the light heavyweight belt (up to 93 kg).

The duel between Conor McGregor and Max Holloway is a rematch.

McGregor defeated Holloway via judges' decision. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Before becoming major stars and former UFC champions, Conor McGregor e Max Holloway They have faced each other before while still seeking to rise in the organization. The fight took place in 2013, and the Irishman emerged victorious by unanimous decision of the judges.