Conor McGregor Suffers Torn ACL in Shortened Return Fight Against Max Holloway

Conor McGregor Suffers Torn ACL in Shortened Return Fight Against Max Holloway

Conor McGregor confirmed he suffered a torn right ACL in his shortened UFC 329 fight against Max Holloway on July 11. The 38-year-old Irish MMA fighter also suffered meniscus damage in the fight, which lasted 1:09.

What happened?

McGregor's return to the octagon for the first time in five years came to an abrupt end when he landed awkwardly trying to land a kick in the opening seconds against Holloway. The fight was called when McGregor fell to the canvas twice more. McGregor had surgery last week and said he is walking without crutches.

Why it matters for Conor McGregor

McGregor's injury is a significant setback for the fighter, who had hoped to return to the octagon in 2027. However, with today's regenerative medicine advancements and improved training methods, McGregor is hopeful of returning to the octagon sooner. McGregor wrote on X, "I returned to competition within 9 months to fight Diego Brandao back then. With today's regenerative medicine advancements and improved training methods it is well within my realm to return by next summer."

What comes next?

McGregor's injury has raised questions about his future in the UFC. However, the fighter remains optimistic about his chances of returning to the octagon. McGregor wrote, "Update: It was acl and meniscus. It is the same injury as the first Holloway fight, only this time the opposite leg. Quite shocking." McGregor's injury is a reminder of the risks involved in professional MMA fighting.

McGregor's injury is a significant setback for the fighter, who had hoped to return to the octagon in 2027. However, with today's regenerative medicine advancements and improved training methods, McGregor is hopeful of returning to the octagon sooner. McGregor had surgery last week and said he is walking without crutches. McGregor's return to the octagon for the first time in five years came to an abrupt end when he landed awkwardly trying to land a kick in the opening seconds against Holloway.

McGregor's injury has raised questions about his future in the UFC. However, the fighter remains optimistic about his chances of returning to the octagon. McGregor wrote, "I returned to competition within 9 months to fight Diego Brandao back then. With today's regenerative medicine advancements and improved training methods it is well within my realm to return by next summer.