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Connor the Congregation has accepted the accepted fur of the Ultimate Fighting Championship for January to fight a January 23 charity fight against Dustin Poirer, according to a tweet from a mixed martial arts fighter on Wednesday evening.
However, he also said he wanted the fight to take place at the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys’ home, the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
“Jerry Jones is a friend and the stadium can catch our crowd,” McGregor added, referring to the owner of the cowboy. “I’ll be ready for Texas and Texas will be ready for my fans!”
Poyer retweeted his opponent and replied, “Close to home for me on my birthday weekend! How much does it weigh?”
A spokesman for AT&T Stadium did not immediately return a request from Fox Business for comment at the time of publication.
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While the AT&T Stadium can hold approximately 20,000,000 people for its main seating capacity, the Dallas Cowboys unveiled a safe stadium policy in Gust, stating that disease control and prevention centers will be limited to local, Texas state guidelines. Public safety and public health officials.
Jones told Fan 105.3 earlier this month that the stadium’s total capacity would “reach 25,000 people”, which would lead to an NFL presence.
“We’re doing it, in my mind, very safe, very sensible, and following all the conventions that need to be followed,” Jones added to the radio show. “[We’re] Here will be a great fan experience. But, and from my point of view, it’s a mask up. “
However, the Texas Department of Licensing Licensing and Regulation announced this month that it will begin accepting applications for combat sports programs in the state, which would allow for a cap of 10 percent for the total listed occupation of the venue, giving the AT&T Stadium the option of approximately holding. 40,000 people if the application was submitted and approved.
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Holding the event at AT&T Stadium could potentially bring potential sales tax revenue to the city of Arlington, whose economy has been devastated by the continued closure of businesses associated with COVID-19.
According to Arlington’s budget proposal for fiscal year 2021, the city’s sales tax revenue was projected to decline by 20% by March and April.
“Selling tax revenues could also struggle to get their feet back between 2021 and 2022,” Arlington City manager Trey Yelvert wrote. “As a result of the loss of disposable income, and the city’s inability to afford entertainment, hospitality and retail opportunities, more closed industries, lost jobs and less travel can also lead to a downward trend. This will affect almost everyone. The city’s revenue sources, especially construction, Related to development and recreation. “
Arlington’s budget for fiscal year 2021 is expected to bring the city’s revenue to $ 538,504,158. However, its expected cost comes to $ 538,504,158.
According to the Fort Worth Star Telegram, the budget was approved by the city council in September. The Dallas Morning News reported that the budget was 13 13.5 million less than this year as a result of the c8 million cut by the city.
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McGregor has not fought since his 40-second victory over Donald Serron in January.
Conor McGregor beats Donald “Cowboy” Saron during the UFC 246 Welterweight Mixed Martial Arts on Saturday, January 18, 2020 in Lans Vegas. (Associated Press)
If the fights come together officially, Poirier will have a chance to get out after losing in 2014 after a first-round knockout of M Kgregor.
McGregor had previously accepted the UFC’s offer to fight Poyer last week, but said the fight “must take place in 2020.” He started potential dates, including November 21, as well as December 12 and 19. In addition, he said last week that he would still donate $ 500,000 to Porrier Charity, The Good FIGAT Foundation.
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