Colby Covington predicts victory over Khamzat Chimaev at RAF Abu Dhabi
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 8:09 AM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026
Colby Covington shared his prediction for the upcoming RAF matchup against Khamzat Chimaev, scheduled to take place at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on November 14. Covington expressed confidence that he will defeat Chimaev in a dominant performance. He praised the RAF promotion for supporting athletes and provided insight into his journey since transitioning from UFC to RAF, where he remains unbeaten and is the reigning Crossover Cruiserweight champion. Chimaev, who is also unbeaten, aims to challenge Covington's title reign in this highly anticipated match.
- •Covington will face Chimaev in the main event at RAF Abu Dhabi.
- •The fight is scheduled for November 14 at Etihad Arena.
- •Covington is unbeaten in RAF and is the Crossover Cruiserweight champion.
- •Chimaev, a former UFC middleweight champion, is also unbeaten.
- •Both fighters have expressed excitement for their confrontation.
- 8:09 AMYahoo Sports — Colby Covington Makes Early Prediction for His RAF Showdown With Khamzat Chimaev
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