Jack Della Maddalena is sparring with Max Holloway ahead of his UFC 329 bout against Conor McGregor.
Holloway recruited the Australian striker to replicate McGregor's standup game for the July 11 fight.
What happened?
Max Holloway brought in Jack Della Maddalena as a sparring partner to help him prepare for the rematch.
The two have been drilling exchanges, with video surfacing this week showing their training sessions.
Why it matters for Jack Della Maddalena
Jack Della Maddalena's involvement in Holloway's training camp could give him valuable experience.
He will be helping to prepare Holloway for McGregor's southpaw counters and timing.
What comes next?
The rematch between Holloway and McGregor is set to take place on July 11 at UFC 329 in Las Vegas.
McGregor opened as a betting underdog despite his star power, per MMA Mania.
Holloway has said the welterweight limit is no concern for him.
The fight is expected to rank among the promotion's biggest events of 2026.
And with Jack Della Maddalena's help, Holloway is leaving nothing to chance.
But whether Della Maddalena can fully mirror McGregor's skills remains unclear.
So the training sessions will be crucial in preparing Holloway for the bout.
The matchup marks McGregor's first appearance since he broke his leg against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 in July 2021.
Jack Della Maddalena's experience as a former UFC welterweight champion will be valuable in helping Holloway prepare.
He will be able to provide insights into McGregor's fighting style and help Holloway develop a strategy.
The fight between Holloway and McGregor is highly anticipated, with many expecting it to be one of the biggest events of the year.
As the training camp continues, Jack Della Maddalena will play a key role in helping Holloway prepare for the bout.