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Conor McGregor returns to UFC in July against Max Holloway
UFC president Dana White confirmed Saturday that Conor McGregor will face Max Holloway in July, marking the Irishman's return after years of inactivity.
Conor McGregor arrives in Las Vegas ahead of UFC 329 fight
McGregor touched down in Vegas four days before his scheduled UFC 329 bout with Max Holloway, dismissing speculation he might withdraw from Saturday's main event.
Matt Brown: Conor McGregor might be at his best at UFC 329
Former UFC welterweight contender Matt Brown believes Conor McGregor's need to prove doubters wrong could fuel his best performance in years at UFC 329 against Max Holloway.
Max Holloway told Jon Anik about middleweight plans years ago
UFC commentator Jon Anik says Max Holloway told him 8 or 9 years ago he'd fight at 185 pounds before his career ends, ahead of Saturday's welterweight bout with Conor McGregor.
Nate Diaz calls for Mike Perry rematch, fans beg him to stop
Diaz wants another shot at Perry after losing via doctor stoppage in May, but longtime fans are urging the 41-year-old to chase McGregor 3 or retire instead.
UFC Shanghai adds Borjas vs Tsuruya flyweight bout
Kevin Borjas will face Rei Tsuruya at 125 pounds when the UFC returns to China on Aug. 29, multiple outlets report.
Greg Jackson: Gable Steveson Most Talented Athlete I've Seen
Legendary MMA coach Greg Jackson says Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson has unprecedented athletic ability ahead of his UFC 329 debut against Elisha Ellison.
Joshua Pacio faces Mansur Malachiev for strawweight title at ONE
Joshua Pacio and Mansur Malachiev meet Friday in Bangkok with the ONE strawweight MMA world title on the line at The Inner Circle 21.
Craig Jones recalls Islam Makhachev UFC 322 cage-side roasting
Jones says Makhachev screamed 'Where is your jiu-jitsu now?' at him during UFC 322 as Jack Della Maddalena got dominated for five rounds.
Dustin Poirier reveals brain scarring behind UFC retirement
Former UFC lightweight contender Dustin Poirier disclosed brain scarring and behavioral changes as key factors in his decision to walk away from competition.
Dustin Poirier cites brain scarring, behavior shifts in retirement
Poirier says neurological damage and personality changes played a key role in his decision to step away from the octagon after a decorated UFC career.
Jon Jones picks Ronaldo over Messi in GOAT debate
Jon Jones sided with Cristiano Ronaldo over Lionel Messi when asked to choose between the soccer legends, citing their Instagram friendship.
Dustin Poirier seeks to apologize to officer after airport arrest
Poirier has asked his lawyer to obtain contact details for the officer he threatened during a July incident at Atlanta's airport, saying he wants to praise the officer's professionalism.
Sean Strickland rips Dustin Poirier over depression remarks
UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland dismissed Dustin Poirier's comments about depression following the lightweight's recent arrest for alleged public intoxication.
Raul Rosas Jr. submits Khasan Magomedsharipov for ACBJJ title
Raul Rosas Jr. choked out Khasan Magomedsharipov in under eight minutes at ACBJJ 21 in Moscow after original opponent Zabit withdrew with an injury.
RAF Georgia card announced: Merab Dvalishvili vs. Henry Cejudo
Former UFC bantamweight champ Henry Cejudo faces Merab Dvalishvili at RAF Georgia on July 11 in Tbilisi, the promotion announced Monday.
Demian Maia eyes GSP, Diaz brothers for grappling matches
Demian Maia told MMA Fighting he would consider grappling matches against Georges St-Pierre or the Diaz brothers, and remains open to one final UFC fight.
RAF Georgia: Dvalishvili vs. Cejudo rematch headlines card
Merab Dvalishvili faces Henry Cejudo in a wrestling rematch Saturday in Georgia after beating him at UFC 298 in February 2024.
Anna Melisano steps in to save UFC Oklahoma City bout
Michael Bisping's top TUF 34 pick replaces injured Veronica Hardy against Dione Barbosa at UFC Oklahoma City on July 18.
Marlon Vera vs Charles Jourdain set for UFC 331 in September
Marlon Vera will face Charles Jourdain at UFC 331 on Sept. 19 in Inglewood, with the Canadian riding a three-fight bantamweight streak.