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Conor McGregor Suffers Brutal First-Round Injury in UFC 329 Return

Conor McGregor Suffers Brutal First-Round Injury in UFC 329 Return

Summary

Conor McGregor suffered a serious knee injury early in his UFC 329 fight against Max Holloway, leading to a stoppage in the first round. Holloway won the fight by TKO, while McGregor appeared to have damaged his ACL, potentially requiring a long recovery.

Key Facts

  • The fight was McGregor’s return to UFC after a five-year break.
  • McGregor injured his knee during a jumping kick early in the first round.
  • The referee stopped the fight after seeing McGregor struggle to stand and his knee give out.
  • Max Holloway won the fight, marking his 24th MMA victory.
  • The event set a new record with about $25 million in ticket sales.
  • Video showed McGregor limping before the fight and leaving the arena without help afterward.
  • The injury could require a lengthy recovery before McGregor can fight again.
  • Holloway expressed respect for McGregor and suggested they fight again in the future.
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