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Why Paramount is keeping Conor McGregor’s UFC return off CBS

Paramount's decision to keep the UFC 329 return of Conor McGregor off CBS drives conversation ahead of the scheduled bout.

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The brief

Conor McGregor is scheduled to return to the octagon for UFC 329 to face Holloway. The event features a fight card currently being previewed by various sports outlets, with participants and analysts discussing potential outcomes for the main event.

Coverage from Awful Announcing highlights the strategic decision by Paramount to exclude the broadcast from CBS. Meanwhile, Yahoo Sports and UFC.com are focusing on the fight card storylines, the keys to victory, and predictions regarding the main event's pace.

Future developments will depend on how the event is distributed if it remains off CBS. Coverage does not yet specify the alternative viewing platforms for the McGregor-Holloway match.

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Quick answers

Who is Conor McGregor fighting at UFC 329?

Conor McGregor is scheduled to face Holloway.

Why is the event not airing on CBS?

Coverage from Awful Announcing notes that Paramount is keeping the UFC return off CBS, though specific details regarding the rationale were not provided.

What are the main storylines for UFC 329?

According to CBS Sports, there are five major storylines, including the return of Conor McGregor, while other outlets are focused on pre-fight predictions and technical analysis.

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UFC 329 Conor McGregor Paramount CBS Holloway

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