7 hours Ago By Kevin Binoy
Conor McGregor was once Ireland’s golden boy, but it looks like the shine is starting to wear off. Once adored by his hometown, the former UFC champ is now facing a shift in public opinion, with many of his own people turning against him. Maybe it’s the long layoff from fighting, or maybe it’s the string of legal troubles, but McGregor’s latest public appearance made it clear—he’s not getting the same love and support he once did.
It’s the classic case of you either die a hero or live long enough to become the villain, and for McGregor, it seems like that moment has arrived.‘The Notorious’ is a fiercely patriotic individual and proudly represents his country every chance he gets. The 36-year-old put Ireland on the map and paved the way for the likes of Ian Garry and Paul Hughes among others to follow him.
However, the Conor McGregor inspired a generation and the one we see in front of us today could not be more dramatically different. Conor McGregor’s recent years have been marred by a series of legal troubles that have significantly impacted his public image. In November 2024, he was found liable in a civil case for sexually assaulting Nikita Hand in a Dublin hotel in 2018, resulting in a court-ordered payment of nearly €250,000 in damages.
Additionally, in January 2025, McGregor faced a civil lawsuit alleging sexual assault during an NBA Finals game in Miami in June 2023. These incidents have overshadowed his fighting career, leading to strained relationships with sponsors and a tarnished reputation.In the light of his recent legal troubles, it seems that the Irish people have finally had enough of McGregor.
‘The Notorious’ was recently in attendance at a Limp Bizkit concert in Dublin and was booed by his own people. The video shared on Twitter is now going viral with fans having a lot to say. Here are some of the best reactions to the same.
One fan stated the obvious saying, “I think he ruined expectations at the end of his career”. Another fan justified the fans actions saying, “I mean he’s spent the last several years spiraling out of control in front of everyone in the world. People are over him and his ridiculous behavior”.
“What a downfall. Tragic. Khabib took his soul.
”- commented a fan. Finally a fan commented on the video saying, “I thought it’s common knowledge that Ireland hates his ass.”I thought it’s common knowledge that Ireland hates his ass— Ramoo (@ConfusedMonke10) March 12, 2025The incident during the concert is just one of the many moments that have gone viral of fans in Ireland losing their love and respect for Conor McGregor.
Conor McGregor not the poster boy of Ireland anymore?Conor McGregor’s reputation took another hit following his loss in a civil sexual assault lawsuit. A popular gym in Galway decided to erase a mural of him that had been proudly displayed since 2017. The mural, which showed McGregor screaming after his legendary 13-second knockout of Jose Aldo at UFC 194, was painted over just days after the lawsuit verdict.
A video of the takedown quickly went viral, showing several guys covering the artwork with white paint while taking digs at McGregor. The caption read, “The double champ does in fact not do what he wants,” a direct mockery of one of his famous quotes. Originally uploaded on TikTok, the clip racked up millions of views before spreading across other social media platforms.
Meanwhile, McGregor lost sponsorship deals, including one with a gaming company, as backlash continued. He denied the allegations and vowed to appeal the verdict.The post ‘Ireland Hates His as*’: Conor McGregor Gets Booed in His Own Hometown During Limp Bizkit Concert, MMA World Reacts appeared first on The SportsRush.
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