Conor McGregor’s UFC 329 bet-void request slammed as absurd by critics

Conor McGregor’s plea to void every wager on his UFC 329 main-event clash has been met with widespread ridicule from betting regulators and MMA observers alike.

What happened?

On 18 June 2026, UFC 329 took place in Las Vegas, headlined by Conor McGregor versus Dustin Poirier in a trilogy fight. McGregor lost by third-round technical knockout, prompting his team to file a formal request with betting platforms to erase all bets placed on the contest.

Why it matters for Conor McGregor

The move backfired almost instantly. Nevada’s gaming control board confirmed the same day that no bets would be voided, calling the request “without merit.” Experts say the bid only drew extra scrutiny to the fight’s betting patterns and added another layer of scrutiny to McGregor’s post-fight conduct.

What comes next for the Irishman?

McGregor, 37, now faces a mandatory rematch clause with Poirier under the UFC’s new-look contract structure. His camp has 30 days to accept or decline the bout, which sources say is likely to be rejected on medical grounds. Promoter Dana White told reporters the trilogy is “done” regardless of the outcome.

How the betting world reacted

Major sportsbooks kept the result live, citing standard UFC policy that only fights overturned by the athletic commission can trigger voids. One senior trader at DraftKings called the request “a PR stunt” that cost McGregor more credibility than it gained. The episode also reignited debates over fighter influence on betting markets.