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McGregor rips Holloway's glasses off in intense face-off

McGregor rips Holloway's glasses off in intense face-off

Summary

Conor McGregor and Max Holloway faced off ahead of their rematch at UFC 329 in Las Vegas. McGregor, returning after a leg injury and controversies including legal cases and a drug test ban, was cheered by fans, while Holloway was booed.

Key Facts

  • McGregor last fought in 2021, losing to Dustin Poirier after breaking his leg.
  • The UFC 329 event is their second fight; McGregor won the first fight in 2013 by decision.
  • McGregor removed Holloway’s glasses in a heated face-off before security separated them.
  • McGregor displayed two UFC commemorative belts representing his titles in two weight classes.
  • McGregor lost a civil rape case in 2024 and was ordered to pay damages.
  • He served an 18-month ban for missing three drug tests, ending in March 2025.
  • UFC president Dana White expects their fight to set the record for the biggest UFC gate ever.
  • Another fighter, Paddy Pimblett, is also featured at UFC 329 and is aiming for a win after a prior loss.
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