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McGregor's UFC Return Ends in Defeat and Injury

Updated 2026-07-12 04:25 UTC 2 sources Negative

Conor McGregor suffered a leg injury during his first fight back after a long absence. He was forced to retire from the match against Max Holloway after just 69 seconds.

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ESPN
Conor McGregor's much anticipated UFC return came to a crashing halt Saturday when he injured his leg in the opening seconds of his fight with Max Holloway and was forced to retire after just 69 seconds.
2026-07-12 05:13 UTC
Al Jazeera
Facing Holloway at UFC 329, McGregor seemed to injure his right knee in the first round when jumping in with a kick.
2026-07-12 04:03 UTC
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