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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.

The Ring Magazine August 2026 issue features Rico Verhoeven
The Ring's August edition spotlights Rico Verhoeven after his heavyweight clash with Oleksandr Usyk, plus features on Daniel Dubois, Oscar Collazo, and Kronk Boxing.

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.
Jake Paul Record: 12 Wins, 2 Losses in 14 Pro Boxing Bouts
Jake Paul has compiled a 12-2 record with seven knockouts across 14 professional boxing fights since his debut, per ESPN's fight database.
Shakur Stevenson explains Zuffa Boxing signing: 'The money is insane'
Stevenson told ESPN the financial package from Zuffa was too lucrative to pass up, despite questions about matchmaking access under the upstart promotional banner.

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.
Shakur Stevenson Signs With Zuffa Boxing, Promotion Faces Key Tests
Stevenson's move to Dana White's Zuffa Boxing brings one of boxing's elite names to the upstart promotion, which now must prove it can deliver meaningful fights.
Will Mayweather, Pacquiao and Davis fight in 2025? Experts weigh in
ESPN's Andreas Hale and Nick Parkinson assess whether boxing's biggest names—Floyd Mayweather, Manny Pacquiao, and Gervonta Davis—will return to the ring this year.
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.
Anthony Joshua-Moses Itauma eyed for Nigeria in 2027
Promoter Ezekiel Adamu wants Anthony Joshua to face Moses Itauma in Nigeria in 2027 after both fighters complete bouts with Tyson Fury.
Romero thanks Lopez for stepping up to lightweight clash
Rolando Romero says he is thankful Teofimo Lopez agreed to their lightweight fight after difficult negotiations between the two former world champions.

Wimbledon gives jobs to 13 young boxers from Wandsworth charity
Carney's Community, a Wandsworth boxing charity, placed 13 disadvantaged young people in jobs at the 2026 Wimbledon Championships through the tournament's employment scheme.

Billam-Smith eyes autumn return, won't wait for Opetaia
Chris Billam-Smith says he will not wait for Jai Opetaia and is targeting an October, November, or December return to the ring at cruiserweight.
Boxing & UFC this weekend (10 July–12 July 2026): every fight, time and channel
Every boxing and UFC card this weekend, 10 July–12 July 2026. 11 events including Joshua Pacio vs Mansur Malachiev. Start times in UK and ET, broadcasters and how to watch.

Joshua Says He Can Still Become Undisputed
Anthony Joshua is looking past his Kristian Prenga fight scheduled for July 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, as he is aiming for undisputed.

Grasso vs. Fiorot Set For Noche UFC 4
Alexa Grasso, the former UFC flyweight champion, will face Manon Fiorot at Noche UFC 4 on September 12 in Glendale, Arizona.

Charlo Eyes Munguia's WBA Title
Jermall Charlo is fighting for the first time in over a year, as he faces Koen Mazoudier on July 25 in Sydney, Australia.

Zuffa Signs Shakur Stevenson
Shakur Stevenson has signed with Zuffa Boxing.

PBC Signs With DAZN
Premier Boxing Champions and TGB Promotions have signed a deal with DAZN/