This report contains details of a sexual nature that some readers may find distressing.

Jurors in Conor McGregor’s civil trial have been told by the judge not to speculate and to only consider reliable evidence.

The MMA fighter, and his friend, James Lawrence of Rafter’s Road, Drimnagh, are being sued for damages by a woman who claims she was raped by the two men in a Dublin hotel. 

Nikita Hand leaving the High Court in the second week of a civil action against Mr McGregor. Photo: Leah Farrell/© RollingNews.ie

Nikita Hand, a 35-year-old hair colourist from Drimnagh, claims it happened in the penthouse suite of the Beacon Hotel on the 9th of December 2018.

The defendants deny any wrongdoing, claiming they had consensual sex with Ms Hand.

If you have been impacted by rape or sexual assault you can contact the Rape Crisis Centre 24-Hour National Helpline on 1800 77 8888.

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