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Dustin Poirier criticizes Conor McGregor's game plan that led to UFC ...
Poirier said McGregor opened with a flying kick out of adrenaline and excitement, and the 69-second loss ended his return fight.
- On Saturday, Max Holloway defeated Conor McGregor in the UFC 329 main event, spoiling the Irishman's highly anticipated return to the Octagon after five years. McGregor suffered a severe knee injury in the opening seconds, forcing a 69-second TKO loss.
- McGregor confirmed on Monday that he requires surgery for the injured knee, with the extent of damage still unknown. He denied claims he entered the fight with a pre-existing injury, addressing speculation that emerged after the bout.
- Dustin Poirier questioned McGregor's game plan during an appearance on 'THE FIGHT with Teddy Atlas,' criticizing the decision to open with a flying side kick. Poirier defended his rival against accusations of faking the injury, citing their 12-year history.
- McGregor vowed to return to the Octagon next year to fulfill the final fight on his UFC contract before becoming a free agent. Holloway expressed interest in a trilogy fight once the Irishman recovers from his injury.
- Despite the devastating loss, the UFC will likely promote McGregor for one final appearance, leveraging his status as a major superstar. His aura has diminished following two consecutive injury TKO defeats, yet the organization recognizes his enduring drawing power.
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The Independent (US)‘Karma’: Fierce Conor McGregor rival responds to injury at UFC 329
McGregor’s last two fights, five years apart, have now ended in first-round injuries
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