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Conor McGregor calls for ‘Last Dance’ rematch with Max Holloway in 2027

Conor McGregor calls for ‘Last Dance’ rematch with Max Holloway in 2027

Summary

Conor McGregor wants to have a third fight with Max Holloway in 2027 during UFC's International Fight Week. Holloway recently won their second fight quickly after McGregor injured his knee early on.

Key Facts

  • McGregor lost to Holloway by technical knockout in 69 seconds at UFC 329 on July 11, 2024.
  • The two fighters have faced each other twice before; McGregor won their first match in 2013.
  • McGregor needs surgery for a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his knee.
  • UFC president Dana White said McGregor will be out of fighting for about a year.
  • This was McGregor’s first fight in five years since a leg injury in 2021.
  • McGregor was the first UFC fighter to hold two titles at different weight classes at the same time in 2016.
  • Holloway lost to Charles Oliveira in March 2024 but defeated McGregor in their recent fight.
  • McGregor has faced legal issues and political involvement during his time away from fighting.
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