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Conor McGregor news
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The gist
Conor McGregor suffered a knee injury at UFC 329 in July 2026, sidelining him until 2027. He is part-owner of BKFC, which eyes $100M revenue after Fenway Park event.
Background
Conor McGregor, former UFC champion, has been out of action since breaking his leg in 2021 against Dustin Poirier. He became a co-owner of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) in 2024. At UFC 329 in July 2026, he suffered a knee injury, ruling him out until 2027. Meanwhile, BKFC is growing, with a recent event at Fenway Park and revenue projections of $100M.
How it unfolded
- Jul 2021McGregor broke his left leg in a trilogy fight against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264.
- 2024McGregor announced he became a co-owner of BKFC.
- Jul 11, 2026McGregor suffered a knee injury in a welterweight fight against Max Holloway at UFC 329 in Las Vegas.
- Aug 29, 2026BKFC 92 took place at Fenway Park in Boston, with champions Kai Stewart and Christine Ferea shining.
- Sep 2, 2026BKFC president David Feldman said McGregor is 'excited' about the idea of Cris Cyborg fighting in BKFC.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- BKFC president David Feldman says McGregor is 'excited' about possibly signing Cris Cyborg, and 'it's something we definitely can do.'
- Analysts
- MMA Mania's Jesse Holland doubts matchmakers will put the title on ice for McGregor's return, given he'll be out until 2027.
Still unverified
Tyson Fury's claim that McGregor copied his style is described as 'completely unfounded' by the Mirror.