Source: Brett Okamoto, ESPN.com, June 10, 2020 Starting on July 11th, the UFC will host four events on Fight Island. The UFC’s Fight Island is real, and it’s located in the Middle East. UFC president Dana White revealed to ESPN’s First Take on Tuesday that his mysterious Fight Island is located on Yas Island in… Continue reading UFC’s Fight Island is in Abu Dhabi
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Conor Mcgregor Announces Retirement for Third Time
Source: bbc.com, June 07, 2020 McGregor, who previously announced his retirement in 2016 and 2019, told ESPN he was “bored of the game”. Conor McGregor says he has retired from fighting – for the third time in four years. Ireland’s former two-weight UFC champion, 31, has a record of 22 wins and four defeats. Read… Continue reading Conor Mcgregor Announces Retirement for Third Time
UFC’s Return During Lockdown Could Provide Model for Other Leagues
Source: The Canadian Press, TSN, May 11, 2020 The UFC created a 25-page health and safety document which addressed protocols such as disinfecting the octagon, and mandating tests and masks for almost everyone in attendance. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — UFC President Dana White wanted a major fight card weeks ago. He was confident his team could… Continue reading UFC’s Return During Lockdown Could Provide Model for Other Leagues
UFC 249 may go ahead on a private island
Source: bbc.com. April 7, 2020 With countries tightening travel restrictions and borders, the next UFC match may take place on a private island. UFC president Dana White says he is close to securing a private island to continue hosting fights during the coronavirus crisis. White says UFC 249 will go ahead on 18 April at… Continue reading UFC 249 may go ahead on a private island