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Conor McGregor announces surgery success, eyes comeback fight

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 10:22 AM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Conor McGregor announces surgery success, eyes comeback fight
Summary

Conor McGregor provided an update following successful knee surgery after a July injury in his bout against Max Holloway. McGregor, 38, tore his ACL and meniscus within seconds of the fight, which marked his first appearance in five years. In an Instagram video, he expressed determination to recover and prepare for his return to the Octagon, stating, "The real work begins. Comeback season starts now." He acknowledged challenging recoveries faced by other athletes as motivation. McGregor is expected to be sidelined until at least next summer as he rehabilitates his knee.

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  • •McGregor underwent surgery for a torn ACL and meniscus.
  • •He sustained the injury just 70 seconds into his fight with Holloway.
  • •The fight was his first since a broken leg against Dustin Poirier.
  • •McGregor plans to make a comeback after recovery, aiming for next summer.
  • •He cited other successful comebacks in sports for inspiration.
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  • 10:22 AMYahoo Sports — Conor McGregor issues fresh comeback update after successful surgery
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In July, the former UFC champion suffered an injury inside 70 seconds, as he fought for the first time in five years

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