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McGregor Eyes ‘Last Dance’ Rematch with Holloway for UFC Return

Conor McGregor plans UFC return with a final bout against Max Holloway. Learn the proposed date and details of this high-stakes rematch.

Editorial Desk

July 28, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Dublin, Ireland — Conor McGregor has announced his intention to return to the UFC, proposing a final bout against Max Holloway. This follows a serious knee injury sustained during their previous encounter earlier this month. McGregor referred to this potential matchup as his “Last Dance.”

“I want to come back — and have one last dance with Max Holloway,” McGregor stated. “We left things unfinished, — and I owe it to the fans to give them a proper ending.”

McGregor’s return date remains tentative, pending medical clearance — and UFC scheduling. The exact date for the proposed bout hasn’t been officially announced by the UFC.

The previous fight between McGregor and Holloway ended abruptly when McGregor suffered a knee injury, leading to an early stoppage. Medical reports indicated a significant injury, sidelining McGregor for an indefinite period.

This potential rematch has generated significant buzz within the MMA community, with fans and analysts alike speculating on the outcome should the fight proceed.

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Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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