First-time calls to rape crisis helpline surged after verdict against Conor McGregor

Nikita Hand speaking to the media outside the High Court in Dublin after her case against Conor McGregor. Picture: PA

First-time callers to the National Rape Crisis Helpline surged by 50% over the weekend following Nikita Hand’s victory in the High Court against MMA fighter Conor McGregor.

Ms Hand accused the star of raping her in a Dublin hotel in 2018, and won her civil action.