Conor McGregor has spoken out about what Max Holloway may be underestimating heading into their rematch at UFC 329. McGregor's comments add another layer of anticipation to one of the card's marquee bouts.
Conor McGregor has issued a pointed warning to Max Holloway ahead of their highly anticipated rematch, scheduled for UFC 329 on July 11, 2026. The Irishman's remarks suggest he believes Holloway may be walking into the fight with a misread of what awaits him.
McGregor, 37, carries a 22-6-0 record into the bout representing SBG Ireland. The southpaw stands five-foot-nine with a notably long 74-inch reach, a physical edge that has served him well throughout his career. He lands 5.32 significant strikes per minute at a 49 percent accuracy rate, and his takedown threat, averaging 0.67 per 15 minutes, adds a dimension that opponents cannot afford to ignore.
Holloway, 34, enters ranked fourth in the lightweight division and ninth in the pound-for-pound standings, carrying a 27-9-0 record for Gracie Technics. The orthodox striker from the United States stands five-foot-eleven with a 69-inch reach and is one of the most prolific volume strikers in the sport, averaging 7.2 significant strikes per minute at 48 percent accuracy. His output across three or five rounds consistently pressures opponents into mistakes.
Why it matters
- McGregor's public warning raises the stakes and signals genuine confidence heading into the July 11 card
- Holloway's fourth-place lightweight ranking means a strong performance could push him back into title contention
- The stylistic contrast is sharp: McGregor's southpaw precision and reach advantage against Holloway's relentless volume and forward pressure
- A win for either man carries significant pound-for-pound implications, with Holloway already sitting ninth on that list
Saturday, July 11, 2026
