Drake Bets Big on McGregor in UFC 329 Comeback

With a staggering $1 million bet on Conor McGregor, Drake backs his friend's UFC return against Max Holloway at UFC 329.

Conor McGregor is back and he's making waves. Just days before his highly-anticipated return to the Octagon at UFC 329, rapper Drake has placed a massive $1 million bet on McGregor to defeat Max Holloway.

The Big Bet

Drake took to Instagram to flaunt his wager, believing McGregor can reclaim his dominance on July 11 in Las Vegas. If McGregor wins, the bet can yield a whopping total of $2.85 million for Drake, banking $1.85 million in profit alone. However, McGregor steps into the ring as an underdog, with odds currently sitting at +180 according to FanDuel.

A Longtime Friendship

The camaraderie between McGregor and Drake dates back nearly a decade. Their friendship blossomed back in 2016 when McGregor met the hip-hop superstar during Drake's Summer Sixteen Tour. McGregor expressed his admiration for Drake, saying the two have been in touch since then, particularly ahead of key fights like the infamous bout against Nate Diaz.

Past Encounters

Drake has supported McGregor in the past, even appearing on stage during McGregor's weigh-in for his fight against Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 229 in 2018. Rocking an Irish flag, Drake was there to cheer on his friend, showcasing the tight bond they share. Fans are expecting the same kind of energy this weekend as McGregor makes his octagon comeback.

Drake's Betting History

The betting scene is no stranger to Drake. Recently, he made headlines with various wagers, including an attempt to jinx Morocco during the FIFA World Cup, alongside a massive $30 million jackpot win at Stake casino earlier this month. It's clear that Drake loves to mix business with pleasure when it comes to wagering.

McGregor's Road Ahead

As McGregor prepares for this crucial fight against Holloway, there's already plenty of speculation surrounding his strategy and mindset heading into the octagon. Some fans are curious to see how he handles being the underdog in this matchup. If you want to dive deeper into the fight prediction, check out our article on who has the edge at UFC 329.

With both men having faced each other previously, this rematch promises high stakes and intense action from start to finish. In the meantime, there's buzz around the possibility of McGregor hand-picking Holloway for this bout, which raises even more questions about McGregor's strategy and plans moving forward, as discussed in our recent piece on [McGregor's choice of opponent](article/oliveira-says-mcgregor-hand-picked-holloway-for-ufc-329).

Conclusion

Saturday night is set to be an electric atmosphere as McGregor aims to silence critics and regain a spot at the top of the UFC welterweight division. Will Drake’s million-dollar bet pay off? You won’t want to miss it. Get ready for UFC 329, where the stakes are as high as the anticipation.