Conor McGregor is stepping back into the Octagon for the first time in five years this Saturday, facing Max Holloway in a huge welterweight rematch at UFC 329. This isn’t just another fight, it’s a massive comeback for one of the sport's biggest names, and the odds are wild: Holloway is the -298 favorite, even though McGregor already beat him back in 2013.
McGregor's Comeback: A Tough Road Ahead?
Seriously, five years! McGregor, at 37 years old, is looking for his first win since January 2020. His last two bouts? Both knockout losses to Dustin Poirier. So yeah, he’s got a tough road in front of him. While he owns a five-inch reach advantage over Holloway, he's giving up two inches in height. It’s a welterweight debut for Holloway, who is looking to avenge that 2013 decision loss to McGregor. Back then, it was only McGregor's second UFC fight and it was at featherweight, so things are way different now.
McGregor's record sits at 22-6 with 19 knockouts, which is impressive, but his recent form is definitely a question mark. How will he look after such a long layoff? The main card from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas kicks off at 9 p.m. ET, and everyone is going to be watching this one to see if "The Notorious" can turn back the clock.
Beyond the Main Event: Pimblett, Steveson, and Expert Picks
It’s not just the main event dominating UFC 329, though. The co-main event features No. 5 lightweight Benoit Saint Denis as the -148 favorite against No. 9 Paddy Pimblett, who is priced at +125. That lightweight clash should be absolutely electric. And keep an eye on the preliminary card, where Olympic gold medalist and two-time NCAA wrestling champion Gable Steveson makes his UFC debut! He’s a massive -1350 favorite over Elisha Ellison, which is just insane.
Want some insider picks? SportsLine expert Daniel Vithlani is the guy to follow. This dude is a highly analytical UFC bettor, up over $1,500 on his main-card picks since January 2023. He called a huge upset for Sean O'Malley (+210) against Aljamain Sterling (-250) at UFC 292 as part of a 4-1 main card, and he even picked Dustin Poirier (+190) and Michael Page (+110) at UFC 299. So, if you're betting, you know who to check out before locking anything in.
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