Conor McGregor faces setback in UFC return against Max Holloway
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 12:34 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Conor McGregor made his return to the UFC, facing Max Holloway at an event on July 13, 2026. However, McGregor's comeback was cut short due to injury. This incident marks another chapter in McGregor's nine-year career, which has seen its share of challenges and setbacks. The extent of the injury and its implications for McGregor's future remain to be determined.
- •Conor McGregor returned to the UFC on July 13, 2026.
- •He faced Max Holloway in his comeback fight.
- •McGregor's return was halted due to injury.
- •This is another setback in McGregor's nine-year career saga.
- •The future status of McGregor following the injury is uncertain.
- 1:07 PMESPN — Injury opens another new chapter in the nine-year saga of Conor McGregor's free fall
"Conor McGregor returned to the UFC against Max Holloway, but the comeback was shortl
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