Conor McGregor Calls Volkanovski ‘Weak as P**s’ and Vows to Prove Mastery at UFC 329
With UFC 329 just days away, Conor McGregor sat down for a wide-ranging conversation from his base in Las Vegas. The long-awaited return to the octagon against Max Holloway has clearly lit a fire in the Irish superstar. He spoke openly about the emotions of coming back after years away, the detailed work that has rebuilt his confidence, and his place in the featherweight conversation — including some characteristically direct words for Alexander Volkanovski.
McGregor sounded genuinely happy to be back in fight week mode. He described the feeling as being “home, where I belong,” and he made it clear how much the fans’ excitement means to him as he chases the belt once again. After a long layoff, the energy around his return feels special, and he is soaking it in while staying locked in on the task ahead. The Mac is back, and the anticipation is building fast.
His preparation has been anything but casual. McGregor explained that the team first headed to Newport in Orange County, California, to acclimatize to the time zone and weather conditions before finishing the final stages of camp in Las Vegas. Weights are on point, the work is complete, and he is “raring to go.” He stressed that his confidence is not empty talk. It comes directly from the meticulous and detailed preparation he and his team have put in. That foundation is what allows him to step into this moment with real belief.
What fans can expect on Saturday night, according to McGregor, is something special. He promised they will see “mastery, a master at the martial arts at the work.” He has studied Holloway’s previous bouts closely, including the fights against Volkanovski, and taken valuable lessons from them. While he respects both men as good fighters, he made it clear he views them as lesser than him in the overall picture. Saturday night will be the stage where he proves exactly that.
“You’re going to see mastery, a master at the martial arts at the work… I’m going to prove that here on Saturday night. There is an argument on this greatest featherweight of all time conversation. I’m excited to get in and showcase who really is the greatest featherweight of all time.”
That statement captures the heart of his mindset right now. McGregor is not just returning to fight — he is returning to settle debates and reassert his standing at the top of the division he once dominated. The time away has not dimmed that ambition. If anything, it has sharpened his focus on showing the world his true level.
The conversation took a sharper turn when Volkanovski’s name came up. McGregor did not mince words. He said he would beat him handily and that the styles would not favor the Australian. While acknowledging Volkanovski as a good fighter, he was firm that he is simply not on the same level as the Mac. In the lively back-and-forth, McGregor used strong language to describe certain resistance or situations he has encountered, calling some of it “weak as piss” and “weakest piss.” It was classic McGregor — direct, unfiltered, and unwilling to hold back when he believes something needs to be said.
He also touched on the idea of future matchups in a relaxed but confident way. Options are a beautiful thing in this sport, and he knows he has several strong ones waiting. Names like Islam have been mentioned in the broader conversation around his future, but McGregor made it clear that fight week is not the time to get distracted. Right now the only job that matters is the one on Saturday night, and he intends to get it done. Once that is complete, the landscape opens up again.
Even with all the fight talk, McGregor showed his lighter side when the discussion shifted to Australian sports. He revealed his State of Origin pick and explained the reasoning behind it with typical honesty. He chose Queensland because they proved to be a “staunch crew” who accepted the inaugural Australian Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship event when another location hesitated. He noted that Australia is a fighting nation full of strong people who would enjoy bare knuckle, yet some board members at the other venue apparently lacked the courage to go through with a sold-out show. Queensland stepped up, hosted the event successfully, and earned his respect for it. He plans to keep building on those Australian efforts with BKFC moving forward.
He also gave his AFL tip, going with the Fremantle Dockers over the Sydney Swans. While he admitted he likes swans, he ultimately sided with the “working man” — the dockers who put in the hard graft. It was a small but telling glimpse into how McGregor connects with places and people who show heart and backbone.
Throughout the conversation, McGregor kept coming back to the present moment. He is excited to compete at welterweight as well, a division where he has had excellent performances in the past and where he feels comfortable. Saturday night will be another chapter in that story. The preparation is complete, the confidence is real, and the desire to showcase the work is burning strong.
As fight week rolls on in Las Vegas, McGregor’s words paint the picture of a fighter who has done the internal and external work required to return at the highest level. He is not looking for easy praise or participation trophies. He wants to prove his mastery, settle the greatest featherweight debate on his terms, and deliver the kind of performance that reminds everyone why his comebacks always feel so significant. The blunt assessment of Volkanovski and the praise for Queensland’s fighting spirit both show the same thing: McGregor respects those who step up and has little time for those who do not.
For fans in Australia and around the world, the message is clear. The wait is almost over. Conor McGregor is back in the building, feeling at home, and ready to put on a show. Whether it is through sharp words in an interview or sharp technique inside the octagon, he is making it known that he has returned with a purpose. Saturday night at UFC 329 will be the first big step in writing the next chapter of his story — and he fully intends for it to be one worth remembering.
