McGregor’s 2013 Win Over Holloway Sets Stage for UFC 329 Rematch

A 13-year rivalry returns at welterweight.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 51 min read

What happened in first Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway fight years ago? #UFC329 https://t.co/viOQo75IjL Via @MMAJunkie on X

What happened: Conor McGregor defeated Max Holloway by unanimous decision in their first meeting on Aug. 17, 2013, in Boston. McGregor controlled the three-round featherweight bout despite tearing his ACL.

Why it matters: The result remains the foundation for their UFC 329 rematch, now scheduled at welterweight. McGregor will also end a five-year layoff against Holloway.

By the numbers: McGregor won by scores of 30-27, 30-27 and 30-26. The rematch arrives nearly 13 years later on July 11 at T-Mobile Arena.

What to watch: McGregor and Holloway meet again in the UFC 329 main event on July 11.

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