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Michael Chandler defends Conor McGregor following UFC 329 knee injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 11:40 PM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Michael Chandler defends Conor McGregor following UFC 329 knee injury
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Michael Chandler spoke out in defense of Conor McGregor after his fight at UFC 329 on July 13, 2026. McGregor suffered a knee injury just three seconds into his match against Max Holloway, leading to speculation about a pre-existing condition. Chandler dismissed these theories, stating McGregor is not the type to fight injured intentionally. He emphasized the unpredictability of the sport and noted that injuries can occur in a split second during a fight. Chandler and McGregor were set to face off in 2024 but that bout was called off due to McGregor's prior injury.

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  • •Conor McGregor injured his knee at UFC 329 against Max Holloway.
  • •Michael Chandler defended McGregor against injury skepticism.
  • •Chandler criticized conspiracy theories about McGregor's intent.
  • •McGregor's next scheduled fight was canceled due to a broken toe.
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  • 11:40 PMYahoo Sports — Michael Chandler defends Conor McGregor's honor from UFC 329 injury skeptics
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Michael Chandler says Conor McGregor is "not the type of guy who will show up to a fight injured and bow out within one minute."

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