McGregor's Coach: UFC Star Can Still Return

Conor McGregor's coach, John Kavanagh, has shared an update on the UFC star's recovery from a knee injury, stating that he believes McGregor can still return to competition. McGregor suffered the injury against Max Holloway at UFC 329 in July, resulting in a TKO loss just 69 seconds into the fight.

The injury is not the first time McGregor has faced a significant setback, having previously broken his leg in a TKO loss to Dustin Poirier in July 2021. Despite this, Kavanagh remains optimistic about McGregor's future in the sport, citing his impressive record of 22-7 in MMA and 10-5 in the UFC.

Kavanagh has been coaching McGregor for 22 years and has seen him defy the odds on numerous occasions, including becoming the first ever UFC dual champion in 2016. This experience has led Kavanagh to believe that McGregor can still make a successful comeback, potentially as early as next year.

McGregor's approach to rehabilitation has been aggressive, with Kavanagh noting that he is moving around well and being proactive with his therapy. While it is unclear what the future holds for McGregor, Kavanagh does not believe that he is done with competition just yet, suggesting that he may have one more fight left in him with the UFC.

## What happens next McGregor's potential comeback will depend on the success of his rehabilitation, with Kavanagh estimating that it will be next year before he can start returning to MMA-type training. If McGregor is able to make a successful return, it will be a significant achievement for the Irishman, who has faced numerous challenges throughout his career.

## Background McGregor's injury against Holloway was a significant blow to his five-year comeback, which had been highly anticipated by fans and pundits alike. Despite this setback, Kavanagh's comments suggest that McGregor is still committed to competing at the highest level, and that he may still have a significant role to play in the UFC in the future.