Max Holloway secured a victory at UFC 329 in a match that lasted just over a minute. The fight, which marked Conor McGregor's return to the octagon after a five-year hiatus and a period of dealing with injuries, ended abruptly when the Irishman suffered a knee injury while attempting a jump kick. Although Holloway managed to land some strikes, the referee ultimately stopped the bout because McGregor was unable to continue.
Despite the outcome, which served as revenge for his previous loss to McGregor, Holloway refrained from making negative comments about his opponent. Expressing his sentiments, Holloway stated, "Not the outcome we wanted but Gods plan is always the right one. Thank you Conor for fight. Took a lot to make that walk after these past few years." He further extended his well-wishes, adding, "Sending prayers for a speedy recovery. Shout out to my family, team, friends and blessed expressers for the support. What a life we live. See at the next one."
Looking ahead, Holloway expressed interest in a trilogy fight against McGregor. This match represented Holloway's first appearance at welterweight, and he remains eager to explore the division further. Reflecting on the experience, Holloway noted, "Bro, he was talking about this 170 domain. I put in this 170 work. We worked our a**es off here, especially after turning around so fast after that March fight, and to come back. I wanna feel this domain that he's talking about, this 170 pound Conor he's talking about, this different world. That's what I want."
Regarding his immediate future, Holloway emphasized a need for personal time. "So, I wanna see what his injury is, and as for me, I'm down to come back in 2027, with that March fight and this fight, I know I came out unscathed, but I owe my family some time. I owe my wife and my son some time, some family time," he concluded.
