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Love or hate Conor McGregor, but you’ll agree that when it comes to showboating, ‘The Notorious’ can give even the best a run for their money. Conor McGregor’s knack for grabbing attention was on full display once again. While the war between Robert Helenius and Anthony Joshua unfolded in the ring at the 02 Arena in London – it was ‘Notorious’ and Ebanie Bridges, who dominated the spotlight. Their joint appearance in pictures ignited a frenzy on social media, as fight fans weighed in with their reactions.

 

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But this wasn’t the duo’s maiden venture in stealing the limelight at a boxing event. The pairing of the ‘Blonde Bomber’ and the former UFC double champion has been a magnet for attention prior to this meeting. The flashbulbs lit up when they captured moments together during Katie Taylor’s showdown with Chantelle Cameron. And once more, history repeated itself.

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The images of the UFC star and the IBF Bantamweight champion swiftly journeyed into the realm of social media. The online populace seized the opportunity to voice their thoughts in the comments section. While there had been past connections between the two, their re-emergence together in a behind-the-scenes clip has set the fighting world abuzz.

Fan reactions add a colorful twist to Conor McGregor and Bridges’ promotional stunts at the O2 Arena

Ebanie Bridges lent her support to Conor McGregor’s Forged Irish Stout as the ringside spectacle unfolded. But the IBF bantamweight world champion wasn’t just an observer; she actively participated, adorned in Forged Irish Stout gear.

In a now-viral clip, the ‘Notorious’ and Bridges were seen engaging in a spirited promotion of the Irish stout at the event. As cameras surrounded the IBF world champion, her ‘pal’ McGregor showcased his entrepreneurial side. Glass after glass, he poured his Irish Stout, offering the libation to onlookers. The dynamic duo’s interaction sparked a range of colorful fan reactions that mirrored the diverse tapestry of opinions within the fighting world.

In the world of social media, humor often takes the lead. One fan’s playful remark read,

“Should be called forced Irish Stout, he forces it on everyone.”

The playful side of the reactions continued, with comments like “Coked outta his brain” and “Man’s coked up to his eyeballs.”

However, not all comments were lighthearted. Some fans expressed a sense of embarrassment, encapsulated by the succinct statement, “What an embarrassment!”

Fans even alluded to McGregor’s personal life and his relationship with his wife, adding,

“Her boxing days are over, along with his marriage by the look of things tonight.”

“Walking with her like it his misses”

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Moreover, a commenter aptly summarized the popular sentiment,

“Sums boxing up for what it is currently, an absolute circus.”

Fans also playfully embraced McGregor’s well-known charisma, remarking, “Alcohol connoisseur this fella”

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As the McGregor-Bridges dynamic continues to captivate the collective imagination, their presence serves as a reminder of the uncharted territories and the unexpected alliances that can emerge in the realm of combat sports.

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