The highly anticipated rematch between Conor McGregor and Max Holloway is set to headline UFC 329. This welterweight contest marks McGregor’s return to the octagon, facing Holloway over a decade after their initial encounter. Their first fight concluded with McGregor securing a unanimous decision victory.
The event also features a co-main event where Paddy Pimblett will compete against Benoit Saint Denis in a lightweight bout. Other main card matchups include Cory Sandhagen versus Mario Bautista, Brandon Royval against Lone’er Kavanagh, and King Green facing Terrance McKinney.
Key Prelim and Main Card Highlights
In a notable preliminary card fight, Robert Whittaker made a successful debut in the light heavyweight division, achieving a knockout victory over Nikita Krylov. Despite a size disadvantage, Whittaker’s speed and power were evident throughout the match, culminating in a decisive finish after connecting with a right hand.
Gable Steveson, an Olympic gold medalist in wrestling, also made a strong impression in his heavyweight debut at UFC 329. He showcased a barrage of strikes, ultimately stopping Elisha Ellison with a left hand followed by a series of punches.
Another significant moment saw Adrian Yanez deliver a painful knockout loss to former champion Cody Garbrandt in their preliminary bantamweight bout. Yanez battered Garbrandt with punches, leading to a stoppage less than three minutes into the opening round.
King Green provided a remarkable comeback in his lightweight contest against Terrance McKinney. After being on the defensive for much of the first round, Green survived and then unleashed a series of shots, including a stiff body kick, to finish McKinney with one second remaining in the round. The referee stopped the contest at 4:59 in the opening round after Green continued to deliver punches to a downed McKinney.
Brandon Royval and Lone’er Kavanagh engaged in a flyweight bout. Royval applied early pressure, utilizing jabs and low kicks. He caught a kick from Kavanagh and landed punches, maintaining a steady offense. Royval secured a takedown, transitioning to full guard and landing elbows and body shots. Kavanagh eventually made his way back to his feet, attempting a body lock to defend, and tripped Royval late in the round.
Streaming Information for UFC 329
The UFC 329 main card is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. PT. The main event, featuring McGregor versus Holloway 2, is expected to start with walkouts around 8:30 to 8:45 p.m. PT. The timing of these events can vary based on the duration of preceding bouts.
For fans looking to watch the event, UFC 329, along with other numbered and Fight Night events, is available through a subscription to Paramount+. The platform offers an ad-supported version, Paramount+ Essential, for $8.99 per month or $89.99 for an annual plan. An ad-free option, Paramount+ Premium, is available for $13.99 a month or $139.99 a year, providing additional features and content.
The subscription model for UFC events on Paramount+ has replaced the traditional pay-per-view system. Both subscription plans include access to UFC, NFL, and UEFA Champions League Soccer content, alongside a variety of shows and movies from Paramount, CBS, and Showtime.
Source: mmafighting.com