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“The Last Thing Johnny Needs” – Conor McGregor’s Coach Reacts as Johnny Walker & Half-Brother’s “Family Quarrel” Leaves UFC World in Splits

Published 03/20/2023, 1:26 PM EDT

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UFC light heavyweight Johnny Walker is quite the unique individual when it comes to off-cage antics. From his hilarious worm celebration to often posting funny memes on social media, the 30-year-old has been an extremely entertaining personality for the MMA fans. Now in a unique turn of events, Walker, who was seen making an appearance at an MMA event in Egypt, has got fans talking again.

Apparently there to support his half-brother Valter Ignacio, the UFC star ended up getting involved in a post-fight scuffle with the fighter. Fans online were left bewildered after clips of the incident started doing the rounds online. John Kavanagh too reacted to the clip posted by the fighter himself on Instagram.

Johnny Walker wrestles around with Valter Ignacio at MMA series, Egypt

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Both the fighters also share quite an interesting relationship with each other and this clip served as an example of the bond they share.

After winning his bout, Ignacio’s hands were raised by the UFC star. But instead of celebrating, he chose to turn on Walker and take him down. Although both appeared to be fooling around, it created quite a confusion for the fans in the arena. Eventually, both were separated by teammates as onlookers watched on.

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The MMA world also reacted to this viral clip. And among them were Conor McGregor‘s coach John Kavanagh and a few other personalities from the sport as well.

Kavanagh funnily pointed out a possible submission for Walker. He wrote, “Guillotine”

This fan was clearly not impressed with Ignacio’s stunts.

“Something tells me Valter Ignacio is a fucking tool”

“Odd is Johnny Walker’s middle name”

Odd events transpire between UFC light heavyweight Johnny walker and Valter Ignacio after the latters fight at MMA series in Egypt.
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A fan pointed out a possible chance of an injury for the UFC star.

“The last thing Johnny needs is another freak post fight injury”

“I assume they’re just playing around but seems an odd place to do that”

One fan also pointed out the history between the two brothers.

“If I remember correctly, Valter Ignacio and Johnny Walker are half-brothers and Valter was talking shit to him in Instagram comments, and I vaguely recall Valter mentioning something like “I bet you won’t show up in Egypt.” But I guess Johnny showed up anyway. Blood is thicker than water?”

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“Alpha male Syndrome is a hell of a drug.”

“Sometimes it be like it is.”

“All funny till someone loses an eye!”

Are Ignacio and Walker related to each other?

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As mentioned, both fighters are half brothers with an interesting history. Online history shows that the duo was involved in a back-and-forth online as Ignacio called out his older brother, challenging him to show up in Egypt.

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Maybe it’s just the way these two chose to show love for each other, but there’s no denying that the incident was quite an entertaining one for MMA fans.

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Pragjyoti Singh

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Pragjyoti is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. He is extremely passionate about MMA and has a good understanding of the sport and its technicalities. Having trained in the sport along with a passion for journalism, it has helped him develop a keen interest in the UFC and anything related to the promotion.
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Debmallya Chakraborty