UFC 329: Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway 2 – Date, Fight Card & How to Watch Live

Las Vegas is set to explode on July 11, 2026, when UFC 329 brings Conor McGregor back to the Octagon for a long-awaited rematch with former featherweight king Max Holloway at T-Mobile Arena. The pay-per-view marks McGregor’s first fight in five years and Holloway’s chance to avenge a 2013 decision loss that launched “Notorious” toward superstardom. Early Storylines • McGregor’s Return: After injuries, movie shoots and a coaching stint on “TUF,” the Irish icon insists he’s “reborn,” yet he skipped the first two episodes of UFC Embedded, fueling speculation about his weight cut and focus. • Holloway’s Momentum: “Blessed” is riding a three-fight win streak at lightweight and promises the higher pace that tired McGregor in their first meeting. • Rogan Returns: UFC confirmed Joe Rogan will rejoin the broadcast booth for this card after a brief hiatus, adding nostalgic shine for longtime fans. Full Fight Card Highlights • Co-Main: Paddy Pimblett vs. Benoit Saint Denis — a clash of cult favorites that could crown the division’s next breakout star. • Lightweight Firefight: Bobby “King” Green meets knockout artist Terrance McKinney in a bout guaranteed to keep judges idle. • Women’s Flyweight Showcase: Maycee Barber faces veteran Manon Fiore in a matchup with title-shot implications. Date, Time & How To Watch • Early Prelims: 5 p.m. ET on UFC Fight Pass • Prelims: 7 p.m. ET on ESPN • Main Card: 9 p.m. ET, streamable worldwide on Paramount+ PPV Key Stats To Know • McGregor owns the fastest finish in UFC title-fight history (13 seconds vs José Aldo). • Holloway holds the record for most significant strikes landed in UFC history. • Combined, they’ve earned 26 Fight-Night bonuses, forecasting fireworks. Tickets & Fan Events Fight-week festivities kick off July 8 with the open workouts on the Strip, followed by the official press conference and Friday’s ceremonial weigh-ins. Limited seats remain through AXS, with VIP packages offering meet-and-greets and floor seating starting at $2,000. Early Prediction Expect Holloway to push a frantic pace, forcing McGregor to prove that his cardio and timing survived the layoff. If “Notorious” lands early, the left hand could end it; otherwise the deeper waters favor “Blessed.” Stay locked here for live weigh-in results, final odds and real-time UFC 329 coverage as fight night approaches. For MMA fans and casual viewers alike, July 11 is poised to be the sport’s biggest spectacle of 2026.