McGregor's leg injuries bookend a trend of anticlimactic UFC finishes

Conor McGregor suffered an ACL and meniscus injury during his fight against Max Holloway, which drew 15.9 million viewers, and he is now planning surgery with a target return in 2027. ESPN analysis highlights that this injury is part of a broader five-year trend of inconclusive and unsatisfying UFC fight results. McGregor's coach had previously stated his knee was 'never an issue' before the bout.