Max Holloway is actively training for a potential fight with Conor McGregor, according to Daniel Cormier. Holloway explained his motivation, stating that this is not just about attracting attention but also about getting revenge. He acknowledged that when they first fought, he was young and McGregor defeated him. Now, as a mature fighter, Holloway believes he can beat McGregor in a rematch. Holloway emphasized that this is the fight he wants and that it makes sense for both fighters. The statement indicates Holloway's strong interest in securing this bout.
Max Holloway is preparing for a potential rematch with Conor McGregor, with former UFC champion Daniel Cormier reporting that the Hawaiian contender is actively in training with the bout in mind.
Holloway, now 34 years old and ranked fourth in the lightweight division and ninth pound-for-pound, carries a professional record of 27-9. Fighting out of Hawaii under the Gracie Technics banner, the orthodox striker is one of the most prolific volume punchers in the sport, landing 7.2 significant strikes per minute at 48 percent accuracy. He acknowledged that the original meeting with McGregor came at an early stage of his career, framing the desire for a rematch explicitly around revenge rather than profile-building. Now a more complete and experienced fighter, Holloway has made clear this is the specific fight he wants, and that it makes sense for both men.
McGregor, 37, represents the other side of this equation. The Notorious, fighting out of SBG Ireland, holds a 22-6 record and brings a southpaw style with a 74-inch reach — five inches longer than Holloway's 69-inch frame — along with 5.32 significant strikes landed per minute and 49 percent striking accuracy throughout his career.
Why it matters
- Holloway is currently ranked fourth at lightweight, meaning a high-profile win could push him deeper into title contention in the division.
- The stylistic matchup pits Holloway's relentless volume striking against McGregor's southpaw precision and significant reach advantage.
- Holloway's stated motivation goes beyond opportunity — he is framing this as unfinished personal business, which adds genuine competitive weight to the callout.
- No fight has been officially announced or confirmed by either camp or the UFC.
