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UFC 329 ceremonial weigh-ins set for Las Vegas
McGregor and Holloway face off at 9 p.m. ET Friday at T-Mobile Arena ahead of their welterweight showdown Saturday on Paramount+.
Gable Steveson on Josh Hokit matchup: move to 205 'a great decision'
UFC heavyweight prospect Gable Steveson says a potential clash with Josh Hokit isn't a problem, but suggests his training partner would benefit from dropping to light heavyweight.
Jon Jones at UFC 329: 'Makes me miss the game tremendously'
Jon Jones told cameras at UFC 329 fight week that being back in Las Vegas made him miss competing, though he added his time in the cage is done.
Former PFL fighter Bruce Souto shot twice after Brazil soccer dispute
Bruce Souto was struck twice in the buttocks after an argument involving rival Brazilian football fan clubs, according to his manager and local police reports.
Bella Mir targets Dana White's Contender Series debut this summer
Bella Mir, daughter of former UFC heavyweight champion Frank Mir, will reportedly make her Contender Series debut this summer with strong wrestling credentials.
Hattan Alsaif wins pro debut in first female MMA main event in Saudi Arabia
Hattan Alsaif stopped Dania Ouhachi in the second round at PFL MENA 10 in Riyadh on Friday, headlining the first female MMA main event in Saudi Arabia.
Strickland coach addresses Kape beef after manager incident
Eric Nicksick says a heated exchange with Ali Abdelaziz sparked social media tension between Sean Strickland and Manel Kape, both fighters he trains at Xtreme Couture.
Conor McGregor makes weight for UFC 329 return vs Holloway
McGregor hit 170.5 pounds Friday in Las Vegas, marking his first weigh-in since breaking his leg against Poirier in July 2021.
UFC 329 gate hits $25 million, breaks promotion record
Conor McGregor's return against Max Holloway generated $25 million in ticket sales at T-Mobile Arena, surpassing the UFC's previous live gate record.
LIVE: Mario Bautista vs Cory Sandhagen — round-by-round updates
Live round-by-round updates from Mario Bautista vs Cory Sandhagen at UFC 329: McGregor vs Holloway 2. Cards refresh every round.
LIVE: Alessandro Costa vs Cody Durden — round-by-round updates
Live round-by-round updates from Alessandro Costa vs Cody Durden at UFC 329: McGregor vs Holloway 2. Cards refresh every round.
LIVE: Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway — round-by-round updates
Live round-by-round updates from Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway at UFC 329. Cards refresh every round.
Gaethje: Topuria beats 'goofy' Pimblett 97 times out of 100
Justin Gaethje says Ilia Topuria would beat Paddy Pimblett 97 times out of 100 despite Pimblett's stronger showing against Gaethje in January.
Conor McGregor weighed 170.5 pounds at UFC 329, up 14 from last fight
McGregor tipped the scale at 170.5 pounds Friday for his UFC 329 return against Max Holloway, 14 pounds heavier than his last fight five years ago at UFC 264.
McGregor vs Holloway: Who gets next if Mac wins at UFC 329?
MMA Mania's mailbag tackles Conor McGregor's UFC 329 return against Max Holloway, with staff split on whether the Irishman's comeback still carries the hype it once did.
Conor McGregor UFC 329: Still a draw, but still a fighter?
UFC 329 fight week poses an identity question for Conor McGregor — his drawing power intact, but his legitimacy as an active fighter under scrutiny for the first time.
MMA Mania Friday open thread asks fighters about landlords
MMA Mania's July 10 open thread invited fighters and fans to share apartment horror stories ahead of weekend fights. The casual Friday feature mixed housing tales with Bobby Whittaker updates.
Dana White has five scenarios for Conor McGregor if he wins at UFC 329
UFC president Dana White says he has multiple plans for Conor McGregor if the Irish star beats Max Holloway at UFC 329 on Saturday night.
Conor McGregor banks 'historical' payday for UFC 329 return
McGregor's manager says the Irish star earned 'multiples' more than any UFC or Zuffa Boxing fighter for his Saturday return against Max Holloway at UFC 329.
Alex Pereira buys sister Aline house in Connecticut on his birthday
UFC heavyweight Alex Pereira gave his sister Aline, a Karate Combat champion, a house near their Connecticut training camp on his July 7 birthday, per sources.