McGregor vs. Holloway bout nearly finalized for July 11

Ariel Helwani reports that a fight between Conor McGregor and Max Holloway is on the "finishing straight" and nearly confirmed. According to Helwani, something extraordinary would have to happen for this matchup to fall through. The bout is planned for July 11 and is very close to being signed and officially announced. While not yet 100% confirmed, the fight is described as very close to completion. Helwani emphasized that only a serious unforeseen circumstance could prevent this fight from happening.