Sports · 12 July 2026

Conor McGregor's UFC comeback ends in 69 seconds due to knee injury

Conor McGregor's return to the UFC octagon lasted just 69 seconds after he suffered a knee injury against Max Holloway. The fight was waved off by referee Mike Beltran after McGregor appeared unsteady following a missed high kick. McGregor's first UFC appearance since breaking his leg in 2021 marked his seventh career defeat.

By BriefTea Editorial · 12 July 2026 at 6:51

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