UFC 251: Usman vs. Masvidal

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230m

2020

UFC 251: Usman vs. Masvidal was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on July 12, 2020 at the du Forum on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. A UFC Welterweight Championship bout between current champion Kamaru Usman and Gilbert Burns was expected to headline the event. However, it was announced on July 3 that Burns was pulled from the contest after he and his coach, Greg Jones, tested positive for COVID-19. Pending pre-fight testing and a 24-hour quarantine, Jorge Masvidal was expected to serve as his replacement. After he passed his initial test, the new main event was confirmed.

Starring

Kamaru Usman, Jorge Masvidal, Alexander Volkanovski, Max Holloway, Petr Yan, José Aldo, Rose Namajunas, Jéssica Andrade, Amanda Ribas, Paige VanZant

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