Conor McGregor suffers early knee injury in return, loses to Max Holloway at UFC 329 - AP News
Conor McGregor lost to Max Holloway at UFC 329 after suffering a knee injury just over a minute into the first round. Both McGregor and UFC President Dana White confirmed the injury occurred during the fight, dismissing speculation of a pre-existing condition.
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The injury marks a significant setback for one of the sport's biggest stars following a five-year hiatus from professional competition.
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LAS VEGAS (AP) — Conor McGregor’s return against Max Holloway at UFC 329 ended unceremoniously at just 1:09 of the first round Saturday night because of a knee injury.
Fighting for the first time in more than five years, McGregor flew across the ring with a flying left roundhouse kick when the match started and landed awkwardly on his right knee.
After attempting to kick and strike Holloway (28-9-0) two more times, it was clear McGregor (22-7-0) couldn’t finish the scheduled five-round welterweight bout.
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