Leon Edwards ’s 2020 has been rocky to say the least. The UFC welterweight contender tested positive for COVID-19 and has been forced to withdraw from his main event bout against rising prospect Khamzat Chimaev at UFC Fight Night 183 . MMA Junkie’s Mike Bohn confirmed the news following an initial report from UFC broadcast partner ESPN . Now, a welterweight contest between Geoff Neal and former two-time title challenger Stephen Thompson will serve as the main event for the card. Edwards’ coronavirus case has been severe, with the British standout losing 12 pounds
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Leon Edwards out of Khamzat Chimaev bout at UFC Fight Night 183 after severe COVID case – MMA Junkie