COVID-19 protocol removes Randa Markos from UFC 260, opponent awaits replacement

Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC Randa Markos will no longer be competing at UFC 260.The exact reason why is not exactly clear, but the coronavirus has messed up the UFC’s plans once again. Per Combate’s report, strawweight Randa Markos will not be taking on Luana Pinheiro at UFC 260 anymore, due to the company’s COVID-19 protocol. So far, the promotion has not made an official announcement on the specific reason regarding the Canadian’s withdrawal.

Currently on three-fight losing skid and on the verge of having a sub- .500 record, Randa Markos (10-10-1) is in desperate need of a victory. In her last three outings, the 35-year-old was soundly bested by Kanako Murata, Mackenzie Dern and Amanda…