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McGregor Tears ACL, Out for Year After Holloway Clash

7/20/2026

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Summary

McGregor Tears ACL

UFC fighter Conor McGregor tore his ACL and meniscus in his knee against UFC fighter Max Holloway, stopping the fight after one minute.
McGregor said he walks unaided, performed leg-extension work, and noted the injury mirrors his 2013 ACL tear on the opposite leg.
Both McGregor and Holloway want a trilogy, aiming for a 2027 bout.
The damage means McGregor will miss at least a year before fighting again.

Summary

McGregor Sets Record

UFC 329 set a record gate at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Dana White said he saw no sign McGregor was hurt before the bout.
McGregor’s UFC contract lists his next fight for April 2027 as the final bout under that deal.
Officials noted high attendance and revenue, showing the financial impact of McGregor’s return despite the 1:09 fight.

History

Historical Context

McGregor missed about ten months after an ACL tear diagnosed following his August 2013 win over Max Holloway at UFC Fight Night 26. The UFC had recently set a Nevada gate record of $7.2 million at UFC 189. In July 2026, a repeat ACL injury forced him out of the UFC 329 main event, highlighting ongoing injury concerns for the promotion.

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McGregor Tears ACL

UFC fighter Conor McGregor tore his ACL and meniscus in his knee against UFC fighter Max Holloway, stopping the fight after one minute.
McGregor said he walks unaided, performed leg-extension work, and noted the injury mirrors his 2013 ACL tear on the opposite leg.
Both McGregor and Holloway want a trilogy, aiming for a 2027 bout.
The damage means McGregor will miss at least a year before fighting again.

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