Conor McGregor is undoubtedly one of the world’s biggest magnets for chaos and controversy. The Irishman once again found himself at the center of attention during Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Miami Heat and the Denver Nuggets. McGregor engaged in a staged altercation with the Heat mascot ‘Burnie’.

However, things took an unexpected turn that resulted in an incident that went awry. The staged altercation was meant to be a lighthearted promotion of a pain relief spray. Playing his part, McGregor threw a left-hand punch at Burnie, dropping the mascot to the ground. However, he didn’t stop there, following up with a ground-and-pound shot.

All viewers understood that it was a scripted bit, and did not take things seriously. However, recent reports have confirmed that it was a bit more than just a staged altercation, and has left ‘Burnie’ with some injuries.

Fans react as Conor McGregor sends Heat mascot to Emergency Room

According to a report by The Athletic, one or both of McGregor‘s punches ended up causing real harm to the person inside the Burnie costume. The individual required immediate medical attention and was rushed to the emergency room.

The revelation of the mascot’s injury shocked fans and spectators alike. As news of the incident spread, fans took to social media to express their astonishment and offer various reactions. Here are some of the fan reactions –

• “Conor really said 1 punch ain’t enough”
• “This wasn’t fake?”
• “How weak is bro to be sent to the hospital after 2 punch”
• “Every article I’ve seen online says that he actually KO’d the dude. Wild”
• “It was definitely that follow up shot”

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• “Bro I thought that sh*t was a bit why did he actually hit the dude hard let alone that punch on the ground Jesus man”
• “Both hits from Connor were play hits. The same way you would pretend fight with your pals in elementary school. Mascot over sold the fall and hit its head. No need to try and gouge Connor.”
• “The follow up looked unscripted af. Conor went rogue and put buddy in the ER lol.”
• “Remember when McNugget said its only business LOL”

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Fortunately, it was later reported that the injured man received the necessary pain medication and was sent home. Further, reports claim that the man is now recovering well now.