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Covington faces Muhammad in RAF 13 main event on Friday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 8:52 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Covington faces Muhammad in RAF 13 main event on Friday

Summary

RAF 13 is scheduled for Friday, September 18, at the Watsco Center in Coral Gables, Florida. In the main event, Colby Covington will defend his cruiserweight crossover championship against Belal Muhammad. Covington holds a 4-0 record in RAF 2026, while Muhammad is 1-1 since transitioning to the organization. The co-main event features Khamzat Chimaev facing Gilbert Burns in a catchweight wrestling match, more than four years after their fight at UFC 273. The event features a total of 12 matches, streaming live on Fox Nation starting at 8 p.m. ET.

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By the Numbers

•Covington defends his title against Muhammad in the main event
•Chimaev battles Burns in a rematch from UFC 273
•Event includes four additional championship matches
•RAF 13 begins at 8 p.m. ET, streaming on Fox Nation
•Location is Watsco Center at University of Miami

Latest Updates

8:52 PMYahoo Sports — RAF 13 full match card, start time, how to watch Covington vs. Muhammad, Chimaev vs. Burns on Friday

What they're saying

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RAF 13 is nearly here, with a grudge match between UFC veterans Colby Covington and Belal Muhammad set to headline Friday's Real American Freestyle event in Miami. Here's everything you need to know.
— Yahoo Sportsby Uncrowned Staff

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