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McGregor's manager says fighter had no knee injury prior to short bout with Max Holloway
By Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 12, 2026
· 1 min read
Conor McGregor's manager said in a social media post Sunday that fighter did not have a previous knee injury prior to his shortened UFC 329 fight with Max Holloway.McGregor's first fight in five years lasted just 1:09 due to a knee injury sustained while attempting an opening roundhouse kick.“Tha...
Key takeaway McGregor's first fight in five years lasted just 1:09 due to a knee injury sustained while attempting an opening roundhouse kick.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For fight fans in Piney Point Village , the abrupt end to Conor McGregor's highly anticipated return to the UFC is a disappointment that resonates locally. Many residents likely gathered at sports bars or watched from home, eager to see the fighter back in action after a five-year hiatus. The fact that McGregor's manager and the UFC president have both denied any pre-existing knee injury adds a layer of intrigue to the outcome, leaving viewers to wonder what might have been if the fight had continued. As the local community discusses the surprising turn of events, attention will likely turn to McGregor's recovery and potential future matchups, with fans in Piney Point Village and across the Houston area waiting to see when the fighter will return to the octagon. The interest in McGregor's career is a testament to the strong following for mixed martial arts in the area.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Conor McGregor's manager said in a social media post Sunday that fighter did not have a previous knee injury prior to his shortened UFC 329 fight with Max Holloway.McGregor's first fight in five years lasted just 1:09 due to a knee injury sustained while attempting an opening roundhouse kick.“Tha...
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