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McGregor's UFC Return Ends in Injury
14 Jul
Summary
- Conor McGregor suffered a knee injury just moments into his return fight.
- He will undergo surgery and aims to return to martial arts practice.
- McGregor heads into the final fight of his UFC contract.
Conor McGregor's return to mixed martial arts on Sunday (AEST) was abruptly ended by a knee injury sustained moments into his fight. Despite entering healthy, an immediate attempt at a flying switch kick resulted in the injury, stopping the bout before it truly began.
McGregor has announced via Instagram that he will undergo surgery and hopes to return to martial arts. UFC president Dana White indicated he assumes a blown ACL, which could sideline McGregor for over a year, though a torn meniscus would mean a three-to-six-month recovery.
This injury occurs as McGregor is heading into the final fight of his UFC contract. He is expected to attract significant interest from various promotions, including Most Valuable Promotions and Jake Paul's ventures, as well as potential boxing opportunities, regardless of his performance or injury status.
