Conor McGregor undergoes fifth surgery following July knee injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 2:24 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Conor McGregor announced he is undergoing surgery on his right knee, which he injured during his return fight on July 11 at UFC 329 in Las Vegas. The surgery will be McGregor's fifth in his career. He shared the news through an Instagram video, stating he is optimistic about the procedure. McGregor sustained damage to his ACL and meniscus in the injury. In his post, he encouraged support from fans as he prepares for the operation.
- •McGregor injured his knee at UFC 329 on July 11.
- •He announced the surgery on Instagram on August 3.
- •This will be his fifth surgery in his career.
- •McGregor expressed optimism about the procedure.
- 2:24 AMYahoo Sports — Conor McGregor headed for 'surgery number 5' weeks after comeback fight
"Conor McGregor, who injured his right knee during his comeback fight July 11, announced in an Instagram video that he's headed for surgery.
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