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Updated · Bleacher Report · Aug 7
Conor McGregor Vows UFC Return at 38 After Torn ACL Surgery
Updated
Updated · Bleacher Report · Aug 7

Conor McGregor Vows UFC Return at 38 After Torn ACL Surgery

3 articles · Updated · Bleacher Report · Aug 7

Summary

  • Conor McGregor posted a video update after surgery for the torn ACL suffered in his UFC 329 loss to Max Holloway, appearing in a large brace on his right knee and promising to fight again.
  • The 38-year-old said athletes including Tom Brady, Dominick Cruz and Georges St-Pierre inspired his comeback plan after they returned from ACL injuries to compete at a high level.
  • That pledge comes with questions over his path back: McGregor has lost his past 3 fights and 4 of his past 5, and UFC 329 was his first bout in 5 years.
  • The update follows surgery on injuries sustained in the July 11 fight, extending another rehabilitation stretch for the former featherweight and lightweight champion.

Insights

With his UFC contract ending in 2027, will this devastating ACL tear force a permanent and tragic end to McGregor's legendary career?
How will an aging McGregor overcome a brutal double knee injury to potentially face Holloway again before his final contract expires?