Daniel Cormier questions Conor McGregor's future after injury setback
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 3:08 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Conor McGregor's return to UFC faced an early ending when he suffered a knee injury seconds into the first round against Max Holloway. Daniel Cormier expressed concerns about McGregor's future in the octagon, noting that the injury and McGregor's inability to last a complete round may impact fans' interest in seeing him fight again. Cormier highlighted McGregor’s unique appeal as a star but questioned if a comeback is realistic after such a disappointing performance. Discussions about McGregor's next steps, including potential retirement or a shift towards acting, are expected to unfold as he recovers.
- •McGregor injured his knee early in his fight against Holloway.
- •Cormier questions McGregor's future in the UFC.
- •Fans' interest in McGregor's return may be waning.
- •Speculation about McGregor shifting focus to Hollywood is rising.
- •UFC seeks to find new talent amidst McGregor's uncertain status.
- 3:08 PMYahoo Sports — UFC's Daniel Cormier's Questioned What's Next For Conor McGregor After Disappointing Return, And I Think Th...
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