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King Green vs. Terrance McKinney Headline Fight at UFC 329
6/5/2026, 6:39:49 AM
Bout Overview: Green vs. McKinney on July 11, 2026
The UFC announced that lightweight veterans King Green and Terrance McKinney will clash on the prelims of UFC 329, scheduled for July 11, 2026 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event caps International Fight Week and will be broadcast on ESPN+ and UFC Fight Pass. Green (35-17-1, 1 NC) enters the bout on a three-fight win streak, while McKinney (18-8) seeks his nineteenth professional victory.
Fighter Backgrounds
King Green – Veteran Contender
Thirty-nine-year-old King Green, a San Bernardino, California native, has competed in the UFC since 2013. He has fought 31 times in the promotion and 54 professional bouts overall. Recent victories include a split-decision over Lance Gibson Jr., a knockout of Daniel Zellhuber, and a first-round submission of Jeremy Stephens at UFC 328. Green’s résumé also lists wins over former contenders Nasrat Haqparast, Tony Ferguson, and Grant Dawson, though he has repeatedly fallen short of a top-15 ranking.
Terrance McKinney – Finish-Or-Die Fighter
Thirty-one-year-old Terrance “T-Wrecks” McKinney hails from Chicago, Illinois. After a 4-1 record in CageSport MMA and a Front Street Fights title, he earned a UFC contract via the Dana White’s Contender Series in 2019. McKinney’s UFC debut featured a seven-second knockout of Matt Frevola at UFC 263, a performance that cemented his reputation for early finishes. He has never gone to the judges’ scorecards; his 26-fight career includes nine knockouts and nine submissions, yielding a 100 % finish rate. Most recently, he stopped Kyle Nelson in 24 seconds at UFC Seattle (March 2026).
Statistical Snapshot
- Green: 35-17-1 (1 NC), 31 UFC fights, 54 professional fights, three-fight win streak; recent finishes: 1 KO, 1 submission, 1 decision.
- McKinney: 18-8 overall, 26 professional fights, 100 % finish rate (9 KOs, 9 subs), 0 decisions; three-fight win streak (2 finishes, 1 loss).
- Age Gap: Green is eight years older than McKinney.
- Finish Frequency: Both fighters have secured the majority of their wins before the end of round 1.
Implications for the Lightweight Division
The matchup pits a seasoned contender with a resurgence against a high-octane finisher, offering fans a contrast of experience versus explosiveness. A Green victory could position him for a top-10 lightweight ranking and potential matchups against rising contenders. Conversely, a McKinney win would reinforce his reputation as a knockout artist and could accelerate his climb toward a ranked slot, especially given his undefeated record against judges.
Official Statements & Responses
- The UFC confirmed the bout in its July 11 event announcement, describing it as a “fan-friendly lightweight tilt.”
- Analyst Marcel Dorff noted, “the night’s prelims will feature a fan-friendly lightweight tilt between King Green and Terrance McKinney.”
- McKinney posted on social media: “I can not describe how incredibly grateful I am for this opportunity to fight on the McGregor vs Holloway card… #AllGloryToGod for the victory to come UFC 329.”
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources differ on McKinney’s overall record: most list 18-8, while one outlet reports an 8-5 Octagon record. Green’s finish-rate claim of 100 % in one article conflicts with his recent decision win over Gibson Jr. Additionally, Green’s total professional fight count (54) exceeds the 31 UFC bouts cited elsewhere, reflecting differing scopes rather than a factual error.
Verbatim Quotes
> “I can not describe how incredibly grateful I am for this opportunity to fight on the McGregor vs Holloway card,” — Terrance McKinney, Fighter
What’s Next
UFC 329 will open with the McGregor-Holloway rematch, followed by the Green-McKinney lightweight bout. Both fighters will aim to extend their win streaks, and the outcomes will shape the next round of lightweight contender matchups slated for late 2026.
