UFC 329 Sets Record Live Gate of $25 Million

Conor McGregor's return to mixed martial arts has generated the largest live gate in UFC history before a single punch has been thrown. UFC President Dana White announced on July 10 that the upcoming UFC 329 event, headlined by McGregor's comeback fight against Max Holloway, has already produced approximately $25 million in ticket revenue, shattering the promotion's previous record.

The event is scheduled for Saturday, July 11, 2026, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, marking McGregor's first fight since he suffered a broken leg in a bout against Dustin Poirier in July 2021. The new gate figure eclipses the previous record of roughly $21.8 million, which was set at the UFC 306 event held at the Sphere in Las Vegas in September 2024.

White confirmed the financial milestone during pre-fight festivities, stating that the demand underscores McGregor's enduring star power. He told ESPN that the "Conor McGregor effect" was responsible for the record, emphasizing that the event had surpassed the previous benchmark by a significant margin. The announcement was met with cheers from fans at a press conference inside the arena.

Upon hearing the news, McGregor thanked the fans for their...