Following accusations of sexual assault against Conor McGregor and a subsequent court ruling holding him liable, the UFC fighter's fiancée, Dee Devlin, has publicly defended him and criticized his accuser, Nikita Hand.
Hand alleges that McGregor assaulted her in a Dublin hotel penthouse six years ago, resulting in significant bruising. She was awarded financial compensation by the court. Hand's testimony included claims of being choked and taunted by McGregor.
Devlin, via Instagram, questioned Hand's character, citing alleged provocative messages sent to McGregor and Hand's behavior during the time of the alleged incident. Devlin expressed her belief in McGregor's innocence and anticipation of video footage supporting his version of events. She also stated that she and McGregor addressed these matters privately years ago and have emerged stronger as a couple, raising their four children together.
This follows McGregor's own statements denying the accusations and admitting to regrets about his interactions with Hand but maintaining that everything was consensual. He also pointed to witness testimonies supporting his claim. This incident is not McGregor's first encounter with such allegations, as he previously faced accusations related to an incident at an NBA Finals game, though no charges were filed.
McGregor, currently sidelined due to injury, was scheduled to return to the UFC at UFC 303.
