UFC 329 LIVE: Whittaker silences critics after ‘life-changing’ move; big Conor question ahead of return
Conor McGregor's highly anticipated UFC return ended in defeat after he suffered a suspected ACL injury just 69 seconds into his fight against Max Holloway. UFC President Dana White confirmed the severity of the injury, which occurred during a running kick attempt.
Why it matters
McGregor is one of the most high-profile figures in combat sports, and his injury significantly impacts the UFC's promotional schedule and the athlete's career trajectory.
SPORT UFC ‘Nobody would do that’: UFC boss responds after Conor McGregor conspiracy in ‘crazy’ comeback McGregor's Disaster Return: Full Fight | 01:40 Andrew Jackson from Fox Sports July 12th, 2026 4:44 pm Conor McGregor’s hyped UFC return has come to a crushing end barely after it even got started, with the Irish superstar suffering a serious knee injury at the start of the first round against Max Holloway.
The report focuses on the play-by-play events of the match and official statements from the organization, maintaining a standard sports journalism tone.
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