Conor McGregor explains why UFC 329 knee injury was far worse than 2013 Max Holloway fight

Conor McGregor has opened up in regards to the fight-ending knee injury he suffered at UFC 329.

The previous dual weight champion’s first fight in five years led to a 69 second TKO loss to Max Holloway last weekend.

‘Notorious’ landed awkwardly after attempting a jumping roundhouse kick on the very start of their eagerly anticipated rematch.

What’s next for Conor McGregor after UFC 329?

‘Notorious’ suffered a serious knee injury moments into his comeback fight against Max Holloway.

Why Conor McGregor couldn’t survive his latest injury 

Conor McGregor managed to beat Max Holloway by decision, despite tearing his ACL after they first fought in 2013.

Unfortunately, ‘Mystic Mac’ was unable to proceed when he suffered an identical injury during their rematch.

McGregor explained the important thing differences between the 2 knee injuries during an impromptu fan Q&A on Friday.

“The primary fight was midway thru the second round and we were positioned on the canvas where there was no weight bearing needed,” the Irishman tweeted on Friday.

“It was also the left leg which is my back leg in fighting stance. Whenever you strike you progress onto your lead leg so the effect was less. I used to be capable of strike sufficiently and enter to a takedown.

“This current one was my lead leg. The appropriate leg. Every movement was effected.

“It was also not me who was calling for the fight to be waved.”

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What’s next for Conor McGregor?

Conor McGregor is currently awaiting the outcomes of an MRI scan, which can reveal the extent of his latest knee injury.

The 38-year-old MMA legend has already suggested that he might want to undergo surgery to repair the damage.

After completing his recovery process, McGregor plans to face Holloway in a trilogy clash that can bring his current UFC contract to an end.

The timeframe for McGregor’s latest comeback plan will develop into clear once he has an official diagnosis from a physician.