Conor McGregor has laid out a comprehensive plan for recovery following a knee injury that cut short his comeback fight against Max Holloway at UFC 329. The match, which was his first in five years, ended in just 1 minute and 9 seconds.
Injury Disrupts Anticipated Return
Surgery. Prehab. Return to martial arts practice. Go again. Final fight of the contract. Please God!
Conor McGregor, UFC Fighter
The injury occurred when McGregor attempted a roundhouse kick, landing awkwardly on his right knee. After struggling to continue, the referee stopped the match, disappointing many fans who were eager to see his return.
McGregor's manager, John Kavanagh, confirmed that the fighter had no prior knee issues, stating on Facebook that the kick had been practiced multiple times without incident. He expressed frustration over the injury, noting, 'Knee went when he (threw) the very first kick. Doesn’t get any worse than this.'
In a statement on X, McGregor echoed Kavanagh's remarks, asserting that he was injury-free prior to the fight. 'I had no injury / injuries going into the fight,' he wrote, emphasizing his readiness.
- Surgery planned to address the knee issue.
- Rehabilitation to follow surgery.
- Goal of returning to martial arts training.
- Aiming for a final fight before contract's end.
As McGregor embarks on his road to recovery, the mixed martial arts community watches closely. His determination to return for one last fight adds to the intrigue surrounding his future in the sport.