Conor McGregor seeks no‑contest after injury‑halted loss to Max Holloway

Conor McGregor suffered a knee injury seconds into his UFC 329 comeback bout with Max Holloway, leading the referee to stop the fight and award Holloway a first‑round TKO. McGregor has asked the Nevada State Athletic Commission to overturn the result to a no‑contest and to refund bets placed on the fight, arguing that the injury alone should nullify the outcome.

In the aftermath, McGregor denied rumors of using prohibited substances while awaiting surgery and confirmed his focus on rehabilitation. He also stated his desire for a rematch with Holloway, citing it as the fight he wants for the final bout on his contract.

Other fighters weighed in: lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan said McGregor may be “done” and should consider easier opponents, while former rival Dustin Poirier echoed doubts about McGregor’s future, questioning whether fans would still pay to see him fight. Max Holloway celebrated his win, explaining that McGregor’s missed kick caused the injury. The incident has sparked debate over the possibility of changing the official result and the future of the sport’s biggest draw.