UFC releases statement regarding status of Khabib vs Ferguson fight at UFC 249

A few days ago, UFC President Dana White revealed that all shows and events will continue despite coronavirus outbreak. However, Dana White didn’t mention Khabib vs Ferguson or UFC 249 in his speech. Because of this, rumours kept surfacing that UFC’s upcoming PPV, Khabib vs Ferguson at UFC 249 could get cancelled because of coronavirus outbreak. w, UFC has released a statement regarding current status of Khabib vs Ferguson at UFC 249.

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UFC coronavirus: Khabib vs Ferguson to happen

statement reveals that UFC is planning to move ahead with UFC 249, which will be headlined by Khabib vs Ferguson. statement also states that UFC 249: Khabib vs Ferguson PPV will take place in April, but t at Barclays Center in Brooklyn as previously anunced. However, it is revealed that UFC will anunce confirmed venue and additional details soon. According to many, UFC 249: Khabib vs Ferguson PPV could take place at UFC’s Apex facility in Las Vegas.

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UFC coronavirus: Khabib vs Ferguson venue changed

statement said that decision was made 'in accordance with guidance issued by New York State Athletic Commission, as well as in accordance with restrictions by New York State limiting large public garings'. However, UFC promised that y will return all money to fans who have bought tickets. statement revealed that fans will be able to see live broadcast of UFC 249: Khabib vs Ferguson PPV on ir local sports channels. Fans can watch fight on Sony ESPN network in India.

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UFC coronavirus: UFC to return to Brooklyn

In statement, UFC promised to Brooklyn fans that y will return to city with ar major event. statement ended with UFC requesting fans to be safe. Here’s statement released by company ahead of UFC 249: Khabib vs Ferguson.

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