Conor McGregor has finally confirmed that he is going to be a daddy!
Although the rumour mill has been in hyperdrive in recent weeks that long-term partner Dee Devlin was expecting, the UFC star only confirmed the news at his post-fight press conference last night.
Conor McGregor confirms that he is expecting a baby early next year #UFC205
— Louise Green (@LouiseGreenMMA) November 13, 2016
Conor, who last night became the first UFC dual weight champion after defeating Eddie Alvarez for the lightweight crown in Madison Square, stated that he is a little bit nervous at the prospect…
Conor McGregor on the prospect of becoming a father: “I don’t know about this whole thing. I am crapping my jocks over it!” #UFCNYC#UFC205
— eir Sport (@eirSport) November 13, 2016
The fighter has said that he would like to take some time out with the baby, reportedly due in May.
McGregor: I’m going to have this baby and take some time.
(This was what Dana White was referring to.)
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) November 13, 2016
Congratulations all round for Dee and Conor!