Conor McGregor missing from UFC 329 Embedded episodes

Conor McGregor has yet to appear in the first two episodes of UFC 329 Embedded, raising eyebrows among fans ahead of his July 11 return against Max Holloway.

MMA Mania first noted the absence, pointing out that the promotion's popular behind-the-scenes video series has dedicated zero coverage to the former two-division champion through its opening installments. The omission has sparked speculation on social media about whether McGregor might withdraw from the T-Mobile Arena main event, though no official indication suggests the fight is in jeopardy.

McGregor's UFC 329 fight week presence under scrutiny

The Irishman has not fought since breaking his leg against Dustin Poirier in summer 2021. Per MMA Mania, custom fight shorts bearing McGregor's designs went on sale through the UFC store this week at $129.99, featuring a gorilla motif from his gym, tiger stripes matching his tattoos, four Celtic clovers for his children, and a Celtic cross. The merchandising push suggests the promotion expects him to show up Saturday night.

McGregor holds a 22-6 career record but has built a reputation for inconsistent appearances during his five-year absence from competition. Fans on YouTube and across platforms continue asking where he is as fight week rolls on. A related MMA Mania report noted McGregor landed in Las Vegas recently, though his absence from Embedded remains unexplained. Official weigh-ins take place Friday afternoon.

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• MMA Mania — Where’s Connie? We’re now two episodes into UFC 329 ‘Embedded’ and still no sign of Conor McGregor
• MMA Mania — Money Mac! Conor McGregor gets custom fight shorts for UFC 329