XFL becomes latest sports league to suspend play due to coronavirus

The XFL announced Thursday that it has indefinitely suspended its inaugural season after five games, but plans to return in 2021. The league had originally scheduled a 10-week season, followed by three postseason games.

due to the coronavirus outbreak, but plans to return in 2021.

"Currently, the XFL will not be playing its regular-season games," the league said in a statement. "However, all players will be paid their base pay and benefits for the 2020 regular season. All XFL ticket holders will be issued refunds or credit toward future games. The XFL is committed to playing a full season in 2021 and future years."

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