Max Holloway and Conor McGregor have exchange at UFC 329 after injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Max Holloway faced Conor McGregor at UFC 329 on July 11, 2026, where McGregor suffered a leg injury early in the first round. The fight was stopped by the referee just over a minute in, marking McGregor’s return after a lengthy absence. Holloway praised McGregor's resolve during the bout, noting the Irish fighter urged him to continue even while on the ground. After the match, Holloway discussed the possibility of a trilogy fight with McGregor, although his own return is not expected until 2027.
- •Holloway and McGregor fought at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
- •The bout was halted after just over a minute due to McGregor's leg injury.
- •Holloway expressed concern for McGregor during the fight.
- •Holloway is unlikely to compete again until 2027.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Max Holloway reveals what Conor McGregor said to him after injuring knee at UFC 329
"Max Holloway was impressed by Conor McGregor’s toughness at UFC 329
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