Islam Makhachev expresses sympathy for Conor McGregor after injury

Islam Makhachev expressed sympathy for Conor McGregor following his injury during UFC 329 on July 29, 2026. McGregor faced Max Holloway but sustained a knee injury just 69 seconds into the fight, which resulted in a referee stoppage. Despite the rivalry between their camps, Makhachev indicated he wanted to see how McGregor would perform after a five-year absence. McGregor has one fight remaining on his UFC contract and plans to return next summer. Makhachev is scheduled to defend his title against Ian Garry at UFC 330 on August 15.

• 1:54 AMYahoo Sports — Nobody expected this reaction from Islam Makhachev ater Conor McGregor's loss