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Conor McGregor suffers early knee injury in return, loses to Max Holloway at UFC 329
By W.G. Ramirez, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 12, 2026
· 3 min read
Conor McGregor’s return against Max Holloway at UFC 329 ended unceremoniously at just 1:09 of the first round Saturday night because of a knee injury.Fighting for the first time in more than five years, McGregor flew across the ring with a flying left roundhouse kick when the match started and la...
Key takeaway After attempting to kick and strike Holloway (28-9-0) two more times, it was clear McGregor (22-7-0) couldn’t finish the scheduled five-round welterweight bout.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
The abrupt end to Conor McGregor's return fight at UFC 329 due to a knee injury has significant implications for local fans who were eagerly anticipating his comeback. McGregor's scheduled five-round welterweight bout against Max Holloway was highly anticipated in the Houston area, with many likely placing bets on the outcome. The fact that Holloway was a -300 favorite at Bet MGM Sportsbook suggests that many locals may have lost money on the fight. Furthermore, the injury may also impact the local sports calendar, as McGregor's potential future fights may be delayed or cancelled. The UFC's presence in the Houston area is a significant draw for local sports fans, and any changes to the schedule may have a ripple effect on the local sports scene. As the UFC and McGregor's team assess the severity of the injury, local fans will be watching closely to see how this affects the future of the sport in the area.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Conor McGregor’s return against Max Holloway at UFC 329 ended unceremoniously at just 1:09 of the first round Saturday night because of a knee injury.Fighting for the first time in more than five years, McGregor flew across the ring with a flying left roundhouse kick when the match started and la...
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