UFC president Dana White has stated that he has a venue “99.9 percent confirmed” for the April 18 event, but he isn’t showing his hand just yet. As a result, online oddsmaker BetOnline has released odds on the potential hosts for UFC 249. The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has made finding a suitable venue challenging with government restrictions, limitations on gatherings and various closures.
Currently, Florida is the leader with 2-to-1 odds (+200) to host UFC 249. MMAFighting.com reporter Steven Marrocco recently reported that the promotion has been in talks to hold the event in the Sunshine State with Orlando, Tampa and Jacksonville as potential destinations. Regional organization Combat Night held a fight card in Jacksonville on March 21.Next in line as a potential landing spot is the United Arab Emirates, which has been given 7-to-2 odds (+35…