Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway 2 full fight video highlights

Max Holloway defeated Conor McGregor via first-round TKO (injury) in their UFC 329 main event on July 11 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The stoppage came at 1:09 of round one after McGregor suffered a right knee injury attempting an early jumping kick.

McGregor (22-7) returned to action for the first time since July 2021, when he fractured his leg against Dustin Poirier. The Irish fighter's long absence included legal troubles, a failed political bid, and additional injuries that derailed his comeback timeline. At 37 years old, McGregor was attempting to rebuild his career against Holloway (28-9), a former featherweight champion now competing at welterweight.

The fight lasted only seconds. After McGregor's jumping kick attempt failed, he fell to his back and Holloway immediately engaged. McGregor rose but appeared hurt and went down again. Referee Mike Beltran allowed the action to continue, but McGregor's visible injury and inability to continue led to the stoppage. Replay confirmed McGregor's right knee buckled on the initial kick, leaving him unable to continue.

The result marked a disappointing return for McGregor, who had been sidelined for years dealing with injuries, legal issues, and personal matters. A potential rematch clause or next opponent remains unclear given the manner of the stoppage.