Khabib Nurmagomedov doesn't fight during Ramadan, so UFC 249's timing is crucial

The lightweight champ is a devout Muslim, so he won't fight between April 23-May 23, meaning any delay of UFC 249 could be a problem.

source https://www.espn.com/mma/ufc/story/_/id/28954814/khabib-nurmagomedov-fight-ramadan-ufc-249-timing-crucial