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Mayweather vs McGregor: We catch up with the huge support behind the fighters in Las Vegas

Wednesday 23 August 2017 11:56, UK

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Both Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor draw a big following to support them and there is sure to be an electric atmosphere on fight night.

There might be millions watching around the world when Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor fight, but what about the thousands in attendance in Las Vegas?

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Well, even without MC Michael Buffer on, our latest countdown show, The Fans, will show you just who and what the The Strip can expect before, during and after the cross-code cracker, live on Sky Sports Box Office.

Floyd Mayweather (centre red) during a press conference at Manchester Town Hall, Manchester.
Image: Floyd Mayweather made some 'friends' in Manchester 10 years ago

Dublin favourite McGregor is known for his huge Irish following but with UFC fans coming from all over America and beyond, just how many will be there?

The Fans: Mayweather v McGregor

Remember when Ricky Hatton and his Mancunian masses flew across the pond to cheer him on? An estimate 30,000 made it over, but just how many will McGregor have?

Conor McGregor punches a beach ball] during the Floyd Mayweather Jr. v Conor McGregor World Press Tour at Budweiser Stage.
Image: Conor McGregor will have another huge backing

Well, we sent Johnny Nelson out and about to catch-up with fight fans so to get you in the mood, hit play at the top of the article.

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