The world of college basketball was in for a surprise when the UFC superstar attended Tuesday night's game between BYU and Baylor, which saw the Cougars beat the Bears 93-89 in overtime. Perhaps, Ireland's McGregor was the good luck charm BYU needed - hyping up the crowd courtside.

The Irishman was in attendance for BYU's win over Baylor on Tuesday night as he continues his streak of appearances across the US, even leading the student section in a chant during the game

Irish mixed martial artist and mega celebrity Conor McGregor sat courtside for BYU basketball’s clash with Baylor, and his presence became an even bigger story than the Cougars’ tense, overtime victory.