Holloway and Pimblett Are on a Collision Course After UFC 329

Two of the most entertaining fighters on the UFC roster both had big nights at UFC 329, and now the matchmaking basically writes itself.

The Performances That Got Everyone Talking

Max Holloway and Paddy Pimblett each picked up quick wins at UFC 329, and the buzz around a potential matchup between the two is already hard to ignore. Holloway’s night had its complications — Conor McGregor copped a knee injury during their contest — but “Blessed” came through the main event looking every bit the elite-level operator he’s always been. The Scouse fan favourite Pimblett, meanwhile, did what he does: finished his man and had the crowd going absolutely mental.

Both fighters carry massive fan bases, both love to scrap, and both are riding momentum heading into the second half of 2026. That’s a promotional dream.

Why This Fight Makes Sense Right Now

The UFC doesn’t often hand you a perfect setup, but here it is. Holloway brings the star power and the pedigree. Pimblett brings the chaos and the circus — and he genuinely backs himself against anyone. Styles-wise, it’d be a belter. Two blokes who’d rather trade leather than dance around a cage all night.

Head over to our UFC Hub for the full breakdown of every fighter’s post-UFC 329 status and what the promotion is likely to cook up next.

The matchmakers will have their say, of course. But if they’re smart — and the fans are loud enough — Holloway versus Pimblett is the fight that gets made before the year’s out.

Don’t be surprised if it happens sooner than anyone expects.

FD — Sports reporter, australiafootball.com