In a sudden turn of events, legendary rockers The Who have announced the postponement of their highly-anticipated concert in South Philadelphia, initially set for Thursday night at the Xfinity Mobile Arena.

The reason? An unfortunate "cold/flu bug" has hit the band, according to their spokesperson, who assured fans that the concert will "definitely" be rescheduled.

This Philadelphia show was poised to be a monumental moment, marking the last-ever performance in the city for iconic members Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend, who stand among the titans of the British Invasion alongside The Beatles and Rolling Stones.

Their North American tour kicked off just last weekend in Sunrise, Florida, and the momentum carried into Newark, New Jersey. Fans were thrilled to hear Daltrey in strong form, despite his recent vocal challenges.

However, the band's history with Philadelphia stretches back to 1967, when they shared the stage with Herman’s Hermits at the Civic Center, creating timeless memories that fans cherish to this day.

The Who made headlines earlier this year when drummer Zak Starkey, son of Ringo Starr, faced a rollercoaster ride of being both fired and rehired in just a span of a month. For this tour, Scott Devours will fill in on drums, adding a new dynamic to their already legendary sound.

As anticipation builds, The Who is slated to perform at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City this Saturday. However, details about that show—and when the Philadelphia concert will be rescheduled—remain under wraps.

Ticket holders for the postponed event have been kept in the loop by Ticketmaster, which stated that as long as the show is rescheduled, their tickets will remain valid. For those wanting to secure their investment, refunds are also available, should the concert be ultimately canceled.

As fans eagerly await further news, one thing is clear: The Who's legacy continues to resonate, and this postponement only adds to the anticipation of what will be an unforgettable return to Philadelphia.