It's no secret that the UFC 329 It is one of the most important events of 2026. The show, which takes place this Saturday (11), in Las Vegas (USA), is the main attraction of the 'International Fight Week' and features Conor McGregor, who makes his long-awaited return to the octagon against Max HollowayBut anyone who thinks the show only features the Irish star is mistaken.
In the main and preliminary card of UFC 329There are professionals who seek growth and deserve to be observed with affection by MMA fans. Precisely for this reason, the SUPER FIGHTS It showcases what the event has to offer in addition to McGregor.
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Poatan's ex in action
Tracy Cortez Promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
One of the most beautiful and popular female MMA fighters, Tracy Cortez will have ahead Wang CongThe duel is important for the flyweight division (up to 56,7 kg), but it draws even more attention because of the American's recent and brief relationship with... Alex PoatánOn December 31st, the professionals confirmed their relationship by posting a photo of themselves kissing. However, a week later, the romance ended.
Now, Tracy, who was finished by Erin Blanchfield In November, she will have her first fight after breaking up with the Brazilian. Therefore, we will see if the end of the romance will serve as fuel for the American to recover in the UFC or if it will permanently affect her career. It is worth noting that the athlete was engaged to... Brian ortega, also a UFC fighter.
New Jon Jones
Gable Stevenson promotes Dirty Boxing event. Photo: Reproduction Facebook DirtyBoxing
Finally, Gable steveson He arrived in the UFC. Now, the American needs to live up to the hype, as he is seen as one of the most promising fighters in MMA. And the expectation surrounding the athlete is understandable. The wrestler won the gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics (Japan) in 2020, transitioned to MMA, and began training with... Jon Jones And he is undefeated, with three first-round knockout victories.
Because of this history and track record, many believe Gable has a bright future in the UFC. Even 'Bones', who has been following the athlete's progress, has no doubt that he is ready to face the top heavyweights (up to 120,2 kg) on equal footing. The hype is so great that fans and MMA professionals are classifying the 26-year-old wrestler as the future of the division and seeing him as the 'new' UFC fighter. Jon JonesAs expected, Stevenson is a strong favorite to win. Elisha Ellison and one of the largest ever seen in the company's history.
Brazilian Knockout Artist
Gandra promotes UFC event. Photo: Press release/Facebook/UFC
Pay attention to Ryan GandraThe 31-year-old Brazilian, nicknamed 'Problem' in MMA, has proven to be a real challenge for his opponents. The Minas Gerais native began his career in the sport in 2022, has fought ten times and won nine, six of them by knockout. The athlete is so good at striking that he usually 'shuts down' his opponents in the first round (only one survived, but fell in the second round).
And this characteristic has already been seen in the UFC. In his debut in February, Gandra massacred [opponent]. Jose Medina In 41 seconds. Now, the Brazilian, who rose to fame on the Contender Series, will have his second fight for the organization against the tough... Zachary Reese and aims to impress in order to, perhaps, get closer to the top 15 in the middleweight division (up to 83,9 kg).
Baba Yaga
Pinas celebrates his UFC victory. Photo: Press release/Facebook/UFC
In pop culture, the term 'Baba Yaga', which can mean 'boogeyman', became popular because of the character John Wick. In MMA, however, it is... Damian Pinas The fact that he has this nickname and his results show that the reference makes perfect sense. The 24-year-old athlete began his career in 2022, was revealed by the Contender Series and arrived in full force in the UFC in 2026.
In February, Pinas gave a beating to Wesley Schultz and knocked him out in the first round. Since the middleweight prospect impressed in his first octagon appearance, much is expected of him in his second fight. Therefore, extreme caution is necessary... Cesar AlmeidaIt is worth highlighting that 'Baba Yaga' fought ten times in MMA and won nine, all by stoppage (eight by knockout and one by submission).
MMA Showman
McKinney promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
There's no mystery when terrance mckinney Enter the fray. The 31-year-old American is pure nitroglycerin and simply doesn't know what it's like to have the judges scoring his fights. The showman began his MMA career in 2017 and built a record of 18 wins, all by stoppage (nine by knockout and nine by submission), and eight losses, also by the same means (five by knockout and three by submission).
And it doesn't stop there. McKinney is so explosive that only four of his fights have gone beyond the first round. Now, the athlete, who bases his fights on a 'kill or be killed' style, faces the veteran. Bobby Green, in a clash that promises to be one of the best of UFC 329 and that could bring the winner closer to the top 15 in the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg).
UFC 329 technical sheet
Date: July 11 of 2026
Time: From 18pm (Brasília time)
Location: T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, United States
How to watch: SUPER FIGHTS LIVE in real time, Paramount+ (entire card) on TV and internet.
MAIN CARD (22pm Brasília time)
Welterweight (up to 77,1 kg): Conor McGregor x Max Holloway 2
Light weight (up to 70,3 kg): Benoit Saint-Denis x Paddy Pimblett
Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): Cory Sandhagen x mario bautista
Flyweight (up to 56,7 kg): Brandon royval x Lone'er Kavanagh
Light weight (up to 70,3 kg): Bobby Green x terrance mckinney
PRELIMINARY CARD (18pm Brasília time)
Light heavyweight (up to 93 kg): Nikita Krylov x Robert whittaker
Heavy weight (up to 120,2 kg): Gable steveson x Elisha Ellison
Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): cody garbrandt x Adrian Yanez
Featherweight (up to 65,8 kg): luke riley x Kai Kamaka III
Flyweight (up to 56,7 kg): Tracy Cortez x Wang Cong
Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): Damian Pinas x Cesar Almeida
Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): Farid Basharat x John Garza
Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): Ryan Gandra x Zachary Reese
Flyweight (up to 56,7 kg): Alexander Costa x cody durden
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