Israel Adesanya discusses Conor McGregor's possible pre-fight injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 4:07 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Israel Adesanya suggested that Conor McGregor may have entered UFC 329 injured, after McGregor lost to Max Holloway in just 69 seconds. Adesanya, in a podcast with Demetrious Johnson, raised concerns about McGregor's right leg, noting that he avoided putting weight on it during pre-fight preparations. McGregor has consistently denied any injury, a stance supported by his coach John Kavanagh and UFC CEO Dana White. The ongoing discourse reflects McGregor's pattern from previous bouts, including his trilogy fight against Dustin Poirier.
- •McGregor lost to Holloway at UFC 329 in 69 seconds.
- •Adesanya pointed out McGregor's leg issues during pre-fight inspection.
- •McGregor has denied entering the fight with an injury.
- •The discussion follows a similar concern from McGregor's previous fight.
- 4:07 AMYahoo Sports — Israel Adesanya suggests Conor McGregor had injury before UFC 329
"Israel Adesanya believes Conor McGregor might’ve entered his last bout in the Ultimate Fighting Championship injured.
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