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Donagh Corby

Conor McGregor sparred pal Cian Cowley in first full session back after horror injury

Conor McGregor Cian Cowley UFC Crumlin Boxing Club

Conor McGregor sparred close friend and MMA fighter Cian Cowley when he returned to the ring for his first full-contact session since his horror leg break 278 days prior.

McGregor and Cowley boxed "a few rounds" at the Crumlin Boxing Club in Dublin, where the pair are both known to train alongside their MMA work at SBG Ireland. The former two-weight UFC world champion had returned to hitting pads in boxing sessions earlier this year, but was allowed to take on a full spar this week.

Watched on by members of the famous Dublin gym, the pair sparred for a short session. Photos were later posted to McGregor's Instagram page with the caption "my first spar".

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