Coronavirus updates: Souza tests positive ahead of UFC 249 bout

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected more than 3.8 million people and spread across 215 countries. Here are the biggest stories of its impact on sport today.

Published : May 09, 2020 00:00 IST

Brazilian Ronaldo Souza will not be facing Uriah Hall at UFC 249.

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has spread worldwide, affecting the lives of over 3.8 million people, and spreading across 215 countries.

The Premier League is eyeing a resumption date while the Bundesliga is set to restart behind closed doors in May 16 itself after chancellor Angela Merkel gave the go-ahead on Wednesday. It will be the first league to return after lockdown in Europe.

LaLiga and Serie A have announced clubs can return to training with players training individually.

Here are the biggest news stories from the world of sport, as they happen: