Robert Whittaker Highlights Key Advantage for Conor McGregor Against Max Holloway
Robert Whittaker points out one factor that could give Conor McGregor the edge over Max Holloway

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Robert Whittaker believes Conor McGregor could have a significant advantage over Max Holloway in their upcoming fight at UFC 329 due to McGregor's experience at welterweight. While Holloway has never fought at this weight class, McGregor's familiarity and past successes at 170 pounds may play a crucial role in the matchup.
- 01Conor McGregor has not fought for nearly five years, with his last match being at UFC 264.
- 02Robert Whittaker highlighted McGregor's experience at welterweight as a potential advantage over Holloway.
- 03McGregor previously fought and split two bouts with Nate Diaz and scored a quick knockout against Donald Cerrone at welterweight.
- 04Max Holloway has never competed at welterweight, raising questions about how his fighting style will adapt to the heavier weight class.
- 05Holloway's recent record shows he is 1-2 in his last three fights, including a knockout loss to Ilia Topuria.
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As Conor McGregor prepares for his highly anticipated return at UFC 329 against Max Holloway, Robert Whittaker has pointed out a key advantage that could favor McGregor. After nearly five years away from the octagon due to a severe leg injury, McGregor will be fighting at welterweight, a division where he has had previous success, including a knockout victory over Donald Cerrone in just 40 seconds. In contrast, Holloway has never fought at this weight, which raises uncertainties about how his speed and volume-based fighting style will translate at 170 pounds. Whittaker emphasized that if McGregor returns to form, he could pose a significant challenge for Holloway, stating, “Let’s say we see Conor of old come back — huge, muscly, 170 (pounds), feeling himself — he’s a nightmare for anyone.” With Holloway's recent mixed results, including a knockout loss to Ilia Topuria and a grappling defeat to Charles Oliveira, the matchup presents intriguing dynamics that could impact the fight's outcome.
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