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At first glance, the headline seems like basic common sense. Of course fighters should adequately prepare for bouts! And yet, during the pandemic era, it's increasingly one that those in the Ultimate Fighting Championship ignore. The demand from the company for filling out cards is greater than ever, especially with many potential combatants being unable to travel and others pulled at the last second due to positive COVID-19 tests.