RAF 5 features a star-studded lineup including UFC superstars, Olympians, and world champions, headlined by Colby Covington vs. Luke Rockhold, with other notable matchups like Bo Nickal vs. Yoel Romero and Kyle Dake vs. Mahamedkhabib Kadzimahamedau.
The RAF 5 lineup is out, and it’s packed with UFC stars, Olympians, and world champs. Exciting, right?
Leading the event, we’ve got Colby Covington, a former All-American wrestler and UFC interim welterweight champ. He faces Luke Rockhold, an ex-UFC middleweight champ. It’s a classic clash of styles—wrestling versus well-rounded MMA. Size might be a factor, but Covington’s wrestling pedigree is top-notch.
In the co-main event, Bo Nickal, a three-time NCAA champ, returns to face Yoel Romero. At 48, Romero’s fresh off a 12-0 win over Pat Downey at RAF 4. Despite two decades away from wrestling, Romero looked sharp as ever.
Arman Tsarukyan, a top UFC lightweight contender, makes his Real American Freestyle debut. He’ll take on Lance Palmer, a former Ohio State All-American and multiple-time PFL champion. A matchup to watch!
Kyle Dake seeks redemption against Mahamedkhabib Kadzimahamedau in an Olympic rematch. Their last encounter at the 2020 Games saw Kadzimahamedau pull off a stunning 11-0 upset. Dake’s out for revenge.
Steve Mocco, a two-time NCAA champ and current head coach at American Top Team, is back. After a decade away, he’s wrestling Olympian Mostafa Elders. Quite the comeback story!
The full RAF 5 card is set for Jan. 10 in Sunrise, Fla., airing on FOX Nation. Mark your calendars!
MAIN EVENT: Colby Covington vs. Luke Rockhold.
Bo Nickal vs. Yoel Romero.
Lance Palmer vs. Arman Tsarukyan.
Kyle Dake vs. Mahamedkhabib Kadzimahamedau.
Jordan Oliver vs. Real Woods.
Zahid Valencia vs. Nate Jackson.
Nathan Tomasello vs. Austin DeSanto.
Bo Bassett vs. Cayden Henschel.
Pat Downey vs. Stephen Buchanan.
Pat Lugo vs. Johnni DiJulius.
Mostafa Elders vs. Steve Mocco.