Max Holloway
Background
AI-generatedMax Holloway is an American professional mixed martial artist and former UFC featherweight champion known for his high-volume striking and durability.
Role
Holloway competes in the UFC's featherweight and lightweight divisions and has held both the UFC featherweight championship and the promotion's BMF title. He is widely regarded as one of the sport's most accomplished strikers and record-holders for significant strikes landed in UFC competition.
Background
Born and raised in Hawaii, Holloway began his UFC career in the early 2010s and rose through the featherweight ranks to win the divisional title, defending it multiple times before moving up in weight for high-profile bouts. Over his career he has faced many of the promotion's top competitors and is known for his resilience, forward pressure, and willingness to accept difficult matchups on short notice.
Why they are in the news
In mid-2026, Holloway is in the news following a UFC 329 bout against Conor McGregor, marking McGregor's return to the octagon after a lengthy absence. McGregor suffered a knee injury, reported as a torn ACL, early in the fight, which was stopped, with Holloway declared the winner.
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In the news
▶ 44sConor McGregor suffered torn ACL in shortened return fight against Max Holloway
Conor McGregor confirmed he suffered a torn right ACL in his shortened UFC 329 fight against Max Holloway
▶ 46sConor McGregor suffers early knee injury in return, loses to Max Holloway at UFC 329
Conor McGregor’s return against Max Holloway at UFC 329 ended at just 1:09 of the first round Saturday night because of a knee injury