According to an email sent to fighters obtained by MMA Junkie, the UFC has implemented a protocol to help with fighter and coaches safety at the upcoming cards in Jacksonville, Florida. These measures include that only UFC staff members, on-card fighters and their licensed corner people will be allowed on site. This means that no […]
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UFC announces three events in May
The UFC officially announced three events taking place in May with the first one happening on UFC 249. The first event after the break due to COVID-19 will be taking place at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida. UFC 249 will feature Tony Ferguson and Justin Gaethje for an interim lightweight title. Also, Henry […]
Report cites Florida as the location for UFC 249 May 9th
The May 9th event for the UFC will take place in Florida according to MMA Fighting. The event, UFC 249, will be regulated by the Florida State Boxing Commission so long as it “adheres to the guidelines” during this pandemic. MMA Fighting states that the fighters will fly into Jacksonville before traveling to a yet-to-be […]
Good tests positive for COVID-19
UFC welterweight Lyman Good has been diagnosed with COVID-19 according to a report from ESPN. Good was scheduled to fight at UFC 249 on April 18th but his fight with Belal Muhammad was called off before the cancellation. Good spoke with Ariel Helwani about testing positive for COVID-19. He indicated that as soon as he […]
White reconnects with fighters in teleconference
Dana White held the first of two teleconferences with his contracted fighters to discuss reopening the UFC to events which includes his plans for a “Fight Island.” White, who is a part of the Administration’s task force to reopen the United States, felt confident in going forward based on information he knows from the Trump […]