The return of spectators to the stands in the UK is not yet possible

So far, fans have no chance to return to the stands of sports arenas in the UK. Local authorities decided to tighten the rules to combat the coronavirus epidemic and restore some bans. From next Monday in England, among other things, it will be prohibited to meet groups of more than six people, both indoors and outdoors.

The British government's decision is a reaction to the surge in infections in recent days. Eddie Hearn had planned his first "test" night of boxing with spectators in England at the end of September. Joshua Buatsi was to take part in his main fight.

Restoring restrictions in the UK could lead to further postponement of many duels or their complete cancellation. This situation refers to the fight of Oleksandr Usyk and Dereck Chisora, which is financially impossible to realize without fans.

There is no fear that the tightening of the rules will affect the date of the fight of Anthony Joshua and Kubrat Pulev. The Briton had previously assured that he would fight the Bulgarian even without spectators. During the same evening, there will be a fight for the WBO belt in the cruiserweight between Laurens Okoli and Krzysztof Glowacki.