JOHN Kavanagh's fiancee Orlagh Hunter has given birth to the couple's first child this evening.

Conor McGregor's coach shared the news on social media tonight declaring: "The champ is here."

Earlier today, Kavanagh, 43, joked how the "scales set up" ahead of the tot's birth.

He tweeted: "Scales set up. Junior due to step on them on them in a few hrs. Coming in championship weight."

Tonight, people from across the fighting industry rushed to congratulate the couple on their newborn arrival.

Champion Irish boxer Michael Conlan said: "Congrats John, wishing you Orlaith and the baby health and happiness."

UFC commentator John Gooden tweeted: "Congratulations to you all!"

Broadcaster Mike Sheridan replied: "Huge congrats to you both, John"

UFC presenter Layla Anna-Lee said: "Wow. Congratulations such a wonderful feeling"

MMA legend Cris Cyborg simply replied: "Blessings."

Two-time Olympic bronze medallist Paddy Barnes said: "Congratulations to yas John"

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The MMA Gym owner is best known for training Conor McGregor and has been dating Hunter long term and are now starting a family together.

The pair have been engaged since 2014 but have yet to tie the knot, according to Hunter's Facebook page.

Hunter has been by John's side through all the big moments including the launch of his book Win or Learn and works at SBG.

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John Kavanagh and fiancee Orlagh Hunter welcome first child as Conor McGregors coach declares the champ is h - The Irish Sun