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Bo Nickal to face NCAA champ Max McEnelly at RAF 12 in August

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Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Bo Nickal to face NCAA champ Max McEnelly at RAF 12 in August
Summary

Bo Nickal will compete against 2026 NCAA champion Max McEnelly in a Light Heavyweight match at Real American Freestyle (RAF) 12 on August 22, 2026, in Cleveland, Ohio. Nickal is coming off a first-round knockout victory over Kyle Daukaus at UFC Freedom 250. This match marks Nickal's return to the mats for RAF after a hiatus, while McEnelly will debut in the promotion following his NCAA title win. The event also features other notable fighters, including Tyron Woodley and Jordan Burroughs. Prior to RAF 12, two events will occur: RAF Georgia on July 11 and RAF 11 on July 18 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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  • •Nickal last fought on June 3, 2026, securing a knockout win.
  • •McEnelly won the NCAA championship at 184 pounds in 2026.
  • •RAF 12 is set for August 22, 2026, in Cleveland.
  • •Woodley vs. Buckley is also scheduled for RAF 12.
  • •RAF has two events planned before RAF 12 in July.
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Bo’s back. Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Middleweight super prospect Bo Nickal is returning to the wrestling mats — and he has a very real test waiting for him. Real American Freestyle (RAF) announced today that Nickal will face 2026 NCAA champion Max McEnelly in a Light Heavyweight match at RAF 12 on Sat., Aug. 22, […]

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