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Following his fight with Floyd Mayweather, Conor McGregor achieved superstardom in the combat sports world. His performances in the octagon have earned him various accolades and fans from around the world. Various celebrities from different walks of life are fans of ‘The Notorious.’ Similarly, American TV host Steve Harvey showed his support for McGregor too.

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In a throwback video shared by Sports Illustrated, Steve Harvey met a friend of Conor McGregor backstage. While meeting ‘Notorious’,’ friend Harvey said, “Tell Conor McGregor he’s a f—ing man.”

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This isn’t the first time a celebrity has acknowledged Conor McGregor. Over the years, ‘The Notorious’ has developed powerful connections from outside the MMA world, and that could be seen recently.

The Dan Bilzerian-Kevin Hart link with Conor McGregor

Apart from being a fighter, Conor McGregor is also a successful businessman. Among all the ventures he owns, The Black Forge Inn pub holds a special place in the heart of the fighter.

Recently, the pub had two famous guests walk through its doors. First, the pub saw the arrival of Dan Bilzerian. The official social media account of the pub uploaded a few photos of Bilzerian’s visit. Not only did Bilzerian enjoy the food and drinks, but he also got a taste of holding the UFC gold.

After Bilzerian’s visit, the next person to visit The Black Forge Inn was actor and comedian Kevin Hart. Just like Bilzerian, Hart got to see the UFC belt too. While McGregor wasn’t present, Hart left a bottle of Gran Coramino Tequila and received a bottle of Proper 12 Irish Whiskey instead. The official social media account of the pub uploaded posts of Kevin Hart having a good time. Hart and McGregor also greeted each other through a video call.

While he continues to enjoy his fame and success, UFC fans around the world are waiting for McGregor’s return to the octagon.

When and against whom will McGregor make his return?

Irish UFC superstar Conor McGregor has been out of action since UFC 264. ‘The Notorious’ suffered an injury against Dustin Poirier and since then hasn’t returned to the octagon.

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Now, while he returns to full fitness, ‘The Notorious’ will have a lot of options available to him. Conor McGregor has been called out by the likes of Michael Chandler and Charles Oliveira. If ‘ ‘Mystic Mac’ returns to the lightweight division, these fights will be a spectacle to watch.

However, McGregor has also issued an interest in moving up to the welterweight division. Apart from his MMA career, ‘The Notorious’ also has the option of making a return to the boxing ring. If rumors are to be believed, McGregor might face Floyd Mayweather in a rematch between the two. ‘Mystic Mac’ added fuel to this rumor as he posted an image of him punching Mayweather and captioned it, “I accept.” McGregor has deleted the post since then.

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Conor McGregor’s star power is seen through the number of options available to him when he makes his return. Regardless of whom he fights against, when ‘Mystic Mac’ returns, the world will know.

Comment below and let us know who you would like Conor McGregor to face on his return.

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