Conor McGregor had the worst possible result in his return to the octagon. The Irish star went into action against Max Holloway at UFC 329 , held last Saturday (11), in Las Vegas, in a duel surrounded by great expectation, but which ended in a frustrating way. 'Notorious' suffered yet another knee injury.
In the opening seconds of the fight, McGregor attempted a flying kick on Holloway. However, without even connecting with the Hawaiian, the former champion ended up injuring his own knee in the process. The Irishman then attacked again, but once more felt the injury.
McGregor in defeat at UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/brwlrz
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Realizing the seriousness of the situation, the Hawaiian even warned the referee before delivering a kick to his opponent's leg. Unable to continue, 'Notorious' immediately gave up the fight, prematurely ending the bout. As could be expected, McGregor didn't hide his sadness as he left the octagon and now faces an uncertain future in MMA.
Watch the moment Conor McGregor was injured at UFC 329.
THIS FIGHT IS OVER IN ROUND 1 😳
Max Holloway defeats Conor McGregor!
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— UFC on Paramount+ (@UFConParamount) July 12, 2026
WOW. THIS ONE IS DONE.
Conor McGregor insults his leg & Max Holloway wins by TKO!
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— UFC on Paramount+ (@UFConParamount) July 12, 2026
RIGHT ON THE FIRST KICK 😳
Max Holloway gets his hand raised tonight!
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— UFC on Paramount+ (@UFConParamount) July 12, 2026
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