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Conor McGregor suffers early knee injury in return, loses to Max Holloway at UFC 329
By W.G. Ramirez, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 12, 2026
· 2 min read
Conor McGregor’s return against Max Holloway at UFC 329 ended at just 1:09 of the first round Saturday night because of a knee injury.Fighting for the first time in more than five years, McGregor flew across the ring with a flying left roundhouse kick when the match started and landed awkwardly o...
Key takeaway ”Holloway closed a -300 favorite at Bet MGM Sportsbook, which means a bettor would have to lay $300 to win $100.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The outcome of UFC 329 may have San Antonio fight fans reevaluating their expectations for upcoming events. With Conor McGregor's highly anticipated return ending in a knee injury, local spectators may be wondering what this means for the future of high-profile fights in the area. As a major city in Texas, San Antonio has a strong following for mixed martial arts, and the success of events like UFC 329 can have a significant impact on the local sports scene. The fact that Max Holloway was a heavy favorite to win may not have come as a surprise to some, but the manner in which the fight ended will likely generate discussion among local fans. As the city continues to host major sporting events, the interest in MMA will likely remain high, with fans eagerly awaiting the next big fight to come to San Antonio.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Conor McGregor’s return against Max Holloway at UFC 329 ended at just 1:09 of the first round Saturday night because of a knee injury.Fighting for the first time in more than five years, McGregor flew across the ring with a flying left roundhouse kick when the match started and landed awkwardly o...
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