LFA 84 is the latest MMA event casualty of the coronavirus pandemic.
The event, scheduled for March 20 in Phoenix, was due to feature a battle for the vacant middleweight title between Daniel Madrid and Impa Kasanganay. But the promotion announced Saturday the event has now been postponed and will be rescheduled for a later date.
A press release from Legacy Fighting Alliance laid out the organization’s approach to its schedule amid the health crisis that is currently affecting the sporting world.
LFA officials have been closely monitoring the latest developments regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic nationwide and abroad.
In response to growing awareness, concern, and imminent threat of exacerbating the spread of the virus via large crowds at our live events, LFA officials have coordinated with government officials, state athletic commissions, and our venue partners throughout the week.
We have collectively determined that moving forward with LFA 84 on Friday, March 20th in Phoenix, Arizona would not be safe given the world’s current health crisis.
LFA 84 will be postponed and rescheduled at a later date.
The promotion also has two events scheduled for April, with LFA 85 and 86 scheduled for Colorado and South Dakota on April 3 and April 17, respectively, but the promotion said those shows are both “currently under review.” All three affected LFA events were scheduled to be streamed live on UFC Fight Pass.
“Providing a safe environment for our fans, fighters, and staff is our top priority,” LFA’s statement continued.
“Through public health agencies such as the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO), we are staying on top of the latest updates and developments as they occur. We are also in close communication with local public health officials to determine what additional safeguards may need to be implemented moving forward.
“This is an evolving situation and any actions we take will be consistent with guidelines from these agencies.”