Two of the biggest stars in sports teamed up last weekend to form a unique workout buddy combo. Soccer phenom Cristiano Ronaldo and MMA spark-plug Conor McGregor recently posted these shots on Instagram. We’re pretty sure who won the sparring match, but there’s no telling who went harder during their training session. Both the sportsmen could teach us a thing or two about crafting a lean, functional physique. 

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Great to see you bro!!???

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“My brother Ronaldo dropped by the gym today! He is an animal,” McGregor said in his post. “Thank you [Cristiano], much respect! I will see you for that Forbes number 1 spot next year.”

McGregor wasn’t blowing smoke. In case you missed it, Ronaldo beat LeBron James and Lionel Messi to be named Forbes’ highest-paid athlete and the overall No. 4 highest-paid celebrity in the world. 

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