Injury forces Conor McGregor out of Max Holloway UFC fight. See photos - USA Today
Conor McGregor's highly anticipated comeback fight against Max Holloway at UFC 329 ended abruptly in the first round due to a leg injury. The referee stopped the match after McGregor suffered multiple falls while attempting kicks.
Why it matters
McGregor is one of the most high-profile figures in combat sports, and this injury raises significant questions about the future of his professional fighting career.
Conor McGregor injured in UFC 329 comeback bout with Max Holloway
Injury forces Conor McGregor out of Max Holloway UFC fight. See photos July 12, 2026, 11:57 a.m. ET
Conor McGregor of Ireland falls after sustaining an injury on a kick in the first around against Max Holloway of the United States in their welterweight bout during UFC 329 at T-Mobile Arena on July 11, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nev. The Conor McGregor comeback fight ended in disappointment, confusion and frustration.McGregor opened the long-awaited fight with a jumping, roundhouse kick and fell. Then he got up, tried again to kick and fell again.And then came the final fall and the end. McGregor threw a hard left and landed on the mat. Once back on his feet, he reached for his
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