Conor McGregor breaks silence to respond to injury conspiracy theory

Conor McGregor breaks silence to respond to injury conspiracy theory The Irishman's much-anticipated return to the octagon ended in disappointing fashion at UFC 329 on Saturday Conor McGregor insists he had no pre-existing injury before his ill-fated comeback fight against Max Holloway. The Irishman's much-anticipated return to the octagon ended in disappointing fashion at UFC 329 on Saturday, with the Irishman suffering a leg injury early in his clash with Max Holloway. The 37-year-old had his last bout five years ago, and opened the fight by rushing at his American opponent with a kick. However, he landed awkwardly on his right knee, and despite trying to battle through the referee called the fight at one minute and nine seconds into the first round. Fans immediately claimed McGregor had already been injured before he entered the cage. But the former two-weight world champion has denied the theory and said: "My head gasket is gone. Destroyed. I had no injury / injuries going into the fight. I was throwing kicks, planted and jumping, all throughout camp as well as backstage before the fight. This came out of nowhere. I am beyond dark here. I can only describe it as hell." More to follow...