Conor McGregor, preparing for his welterweight return at UFC 329 against Max Holloway, asserted his claim as the greatest featherweight in UFC history. Despite not defending the 145-pound title after his 2015 knockout of Jose Aldo, McGregor believes his dominance during that period solidifies his legacy.

McGregor pointed to his past victories over featherweight contenders as evidence, questioning why he's not recognized on official "greatest of all time" lists for the division. He views his upcoming bout with Holloway, a fellow featherweight great with multiple title defenses, as an opportunity to definitively prove his superiority.

This fight marks McGregor's first appearance since July 2021. He previously defeated Holloway via decision in 2013, early in both fighters' UFC careers. McGregor, now 37, feels his skill level transcends weight classes and will be on full display against Holloway, a future Hall of Famer.