Leon Edwards and Khamzat Chimaev were supposed to headline UFC Vegas 17 in December, but the fight was postponed indefinitely due to Edwards testing positive for COVID-19. After the fight fell through, It was expected that it would be rescheduled as soon as possible, and that has now been confirmed by UFC President Dana White.
In a recent interview with Aaron Bronsteter of TSN, White revealed that Edwards versus Chimaev was being targeted to headline an upcoming Fight Night card set to take place on Jan. 20. The card is one of the first events to be held during the promotion’s return to Fight Island in Abu Dhabi.