Kamaru Usman supports Conor McGregor after injury at UFC 329
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Kamaru Usman expressed sympathy for Conor McGregor following his injury in UFC 329 at T-Mobile Arena. McGregor's return to the octagon lasted only 69 seconds before he injured his right knee during a fight against Max Holloway. Usman noted the backlash McGregor faced online and cited the immense struggle fighters endure during such setbacks. McGregor has affirmed his intention to fight again and will require surgery to address his knee injury.
- •Conor McGregor injured his right knee just 69 seconds into UFC 329.
- •Kamaru Usman criticized the backlash against McGregor online.
- •McGregor aims to complete his final fight on his UFC contract.
- •Usman empathizes with McGregor's difficult situation following the injury.
- •McGregor will undergo surgery to repair the knee injury.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Kamaru Usman feels for McGregor after UFC 329 injury: 'It's going to be dark'
"Kamaru Usman is confused about the backlash towards Conor McGregor after UFC 329.
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