Another epic ‘Notorious’ stunt falls through! UFC star Conor McGregor turns heads with even the slightest of his antics, and this time – it looks like the fans have caught up to the showbiz. How?
Well, the former champ has drawn all eyes on him after his most recent tweet went viral for all the wrong reasons. After news surfaced that McGregor had allegedly sent Anthony Joshua a ‘gift,’ fans began to decode what this potential gift might be. It came to light that ‘Notorious’ had generously shared his Forged Irish Stout with the Brit. But there’s a catch – the former Heavyweight champ cannot pop the cork off until his next fight is over.
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This man @anthonyjoshua is the definition of class, quality, and loyalty! What him and @EddieHearn have built is just absolute magic! I cannot wait to witness AJ Powerhouse do work this weekend and live from ringside! Wow! Honored! Let’s go! @ForgedStout @MatchroomBoxing https://t.co/Q7fk0ilU1t
— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) August 10, 2023
Luckily for Joshua, the fight’s just around the corner – at the O2 Arena in London, this Saturday. Moreover, with this tweet, UFC’s ‘Notorious’ has confirmed that he will be at the event. The former two-time heavyweight champ will clash with Robert Helenius. Though he was set to lock horns with Dillian Whyte, the bout fell through after the latter tested positive for drugs.
It is also worth noting that this gift – McGregor’s Irish Stout, was released in British markets last week. The Irishman’s venture is one of the numerous sponsors of Matchroom Boxing – the up-and-coming most popular Boxing venture in the UK, thanks to Eddi Hearn. And ever since the Irishman’s tweet went viral – from playful banter to analytical viewpoints, fans continue to dissect and engage with every facet of this interaction. Let’s delve into some of these amusing fan reactions.
Conor McGregor gives rise to a rich tapestry of fan reactions after sending a gift to Anthony Joshua
From humor to skepticism, fans engaged with the gesture in a variety of ways. One fan playfully dubbed McGregor as both a crafty fighter and a crafty marketer, highlighting his multifaceted approach to his endeavors.
A crafty fighter, a crafty marketer
— Rich (@Quepsly) August 10, 2023
Another fan injected humor by questioning the authenticity of McGregor’s motives:
So Eddie paid you to write this? 🤣
— Ain’t No Sunshine When Canelo’s Gone 🎶🕺 (@z388z) August 10, 2023
Moreover, the lighthearted side of the exchange also evoked laughter, with one fan noting that McGregor might have sent a mere four-pack of his stout.
sent him a 4 pack😂
— kev (@unrepentant67) August 10, 2023
A hint of skepticism emerged in another comment, suggesting that McGregor’s ‘gift’ was simply a promotional tactic:
A gift. Lol. He’s just promoting his product😂
— PatriX (@kurasaki81) August 10, 2023
McGregor’s prowess as a promoter was a topic of discussion, with one fan acknowledging his mastery in this regard.
Master promoter
— Shahab◇X (@Shahabs) August 10, 2023
What’s more – taking a more critical tone, a fan referred to McGregor’s recent performance record:
That bad luck, Conor Mcweinstein hasn’t won a fight in 6 years.
— Morp43Us (@pheon1x228) August 11, 2023
Some fans acknowledged a shift in McGregor’s image, playfully stating,
You chum anyone for the promos
You’ve changed man 👨🏻
— Sean (@huntsey1967) August 10, 2023
A critical opinion questioned McGregor’s sincerity, remarking,
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you are literally only saying that because they have your (i don’t have to fight anymore beer) advertised. you 100% would not have said this if they didn’t
— Nicky (@more_than_lust) August 10, 2023
The diverse range of reactions to McGregor’s gesture to Anthony Joshua highlights the intricacies of the complex relationship between athletes and fans. What do you make of the Irishman’s gesture? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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