Bo Nickal set to compete against Yoel Romero at RAF 16
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 9:20 PM
Last updated Nov 10, 2026

Bo Nickal will face Yoel Romero at RAF 16 on December 19 at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York. This matchup marks the third attempt to schedule this fight, as previous bouts were canceled due to weight issues and withdrawals from both fighters. Nickal, currently active in the UFC, holds a 2-1 record in RAF, while Romero is 1-1 and has been competing in bareknuckle boxing. Tickets for the event are available through the promotion's channels, with further match announcements pending.
- •Match scheduled for December 19 at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum
- •Previous two attempts to fight fell through due to withdrawals
- •Nickal holds a 2-1 record in RAF; Romero is 1-1
- •Nickal is expected to face Joe Pyfer in early 2027
- 9:20 PMYahoo Sports — RAF books Bo Nickal vs. Yoel Romero
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