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McGregor's UFC comeback ends in quick defeat

Conor McGregor made a dramatic return to UFC after five years, but his comeback lasted only 69 seconds as he suffered a technical knockout loss to Max Holloway due to a knee injury.

Irish fighter Conor McGregor returned to the UFC octagon after a five-year absence, but his comeback fight against Max Holloway ended prematurely due to an injury. McGregor landed awkwardly after a jumping kick in the opening minute, resulting in a knee injury that left him vulnerable to Holloway's attacks.

The former UFC champion attempted to continue but was repeatedly taken down by Holloway. After 69 seconds, referee Marc Goddard stopped the fight as McGregor struggled to bear weight on his injured leg, ending what was meant to be a triumphant return with a technical knockout defeat. newsbetting.cv