Northern Ireland’s Leah McCourt has been handed an unexpected promotional push at Bellator Europe 7, but she’s taking it all in stride and embracing the limelight. Speaking with MMA Junkie on media day in Dublin, McCourt (3-1 MMA, 2-0 BMMA) said her promotion to the main event following the postponement of James Gallagher’s bout with Cal Ellenor came as something of a surprise, but she is enjoying every moment ahead of fight night at 3Arena. “It’s added a lot more excitement and entertainment, and me and my daughter are definitely excited for me to be in this position,” McCourt said
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