Real American Freestyle (RAF) delivers a headline-grabbing card at Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena this Saturday, Nov. 14, featuring a championship clash between former UFC middleweight titleholders Khamzat Chimaev and Chris Weidman. The event, which begins at 11 a.m. ET on FOX Nation in the United States, marks a significant return to the wrestling mats for Chimaev (3-0 RAF). The fearsome UFC standout has previously dismantled opponents Dillon Danis, Tyron Woodley, and Robbie Lawler, establishing himself as a dominant force in the promotion’s crossover events.
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The matchup was originally set against Colby Covington for the RAF cruiserweight crossover championship, but Covington withdrew from the contest on Monday. In his place steps Weidman (0-1 RAF), a former NCAA Division I All-American with a distinguished wrestling pedigree. Weidman is best known for ending Anderson Silva’s historic UFC middleweight reign in 2013 and recently suffered a hard-fought 5-4 decision loss to Covington in his sole RAF appearance this past May. This newly booked light heavyweight crossover title fight promises to be a tactical battle of grit and technique.
Fans can follow Uncrowned for comprehensive live results, match-by-match updates, and highlights throughout the event. As the first major RAF card of the year, the bout between Chimaev and Weidman sets the tone for the promotion’s expanding roster of elite combat athletes. With both competitors bringing distinct styles and significant UFC legacies, Saturday’s main event is poised to be a pivotal moment in the early history of Real American Freestyle.
Source: Yahoo Sports
