Unfortunately for Ian Heinisch, it looks like the UFC and the NSAC are taking a firm hand regarding their coronavirus testing and isolation of fighters and their teams. MMA Fighting initially reported that Heinisch had been removed from Saturday’s UFC 250 fight card, for undisclosed reasons. TSN’s Aaron Bronsteter now reports that it appears one of Heinisch’s corner team has tested positive for COVID-19. As a precaution, Heinisch has therefore been removed from the event.
His opponent, Gerald Meerschaert, is still expecting to make the walk to the Octagon on fight night, however. Despite just two days notice for a new opponent.