Due to concerns about the spread of COVID-19, this Saturday's Premier Boxing Champions event at MGM National Harbor in Maryland, headlined by James Kirkland vs. Marcos Hernandez and promoted by TGB Promotions, will be postponed until a later date.

"In the interest of public health and after reviewing the current information on COVID-19, we have decided the best course of action is to postpone Saturday's event," said Tom Brown, President of TGB Promotions.

"We understand how disappointing this is to boxing fans and regret any inconvenience."

IN OTHER NEWS: Golden Boy Promotions President Oscar De La Hoya issued a statement regarding his cards being canceled in California, as a result of the coronavirus.

“This morning, we were informed by the California State Athletic Commission that all combative sports events have been cancelled for the month of March due to concerns regarding COVID-19,” said De La Hoya.

“Therefore, our March 19 and March 28 events, which were scheduled at Avalon Hollywood and the Forum respectively, have officially been postponed. We will work with state and local officials as well as our venue and broadcast partners to determine the best course of action with respect to these and other upcoming events, both in California and elsewhere.

“The health and safety of our fighters, fans, employees, officials and partners is of the utmost importance to us, and we thank them for their support and understanding during this time. We will communicate further plans when the time is appropriate.”