Conor McGregor sidelined by injury in UFC 329 loss to Max Holloway

Conor McGregor faced Max Holloway at UFC 329 on July 11, 2026, but the fight ended in disappointment. McGregor appeared to injure himself shortly after the match began, further aggravating the injury while attempting a flying kick. This led to an injury stoppage less than a minute into the bout, leaving Holloway to finish the fight without landing significant strikes. Professional fighters responded on social media, with many expressing sympathy for McGregor and disappointment over the fight's outcome. McGregor's future in the sport remains uncertain after this return from a five-year hiatus.

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