Conor McGregor was just the beginning, the mere tip of the iceberg that is Irish fighting. Long stereotyped for their grit and toughness stemming from generations of success in combat sports, Ireland’s top competitors are finally making their way to the UFC thanks in part to their famous countryman’s surge in popularity. With the UFC returning to Dublin next weekend this post looks at some of the top Irish talent fighting on the card. Do they really have what it takes to follow in the footsteps of their ‘Notorious’ compatriot?
