Real American Freestyle Lands Abdulrashid Sadulaev in Exclusive Deal
The two-time Olympic champion’s move underscores the promotion’s push to professionalize freestyle wrestling through broadcast growth.
Overview
- RAF confirmed an exclusive contract with the 29-year-old six-time world champion, who holds a 160-6 freestyle record.
- CEO Chad Bronstein and COO Izzy Martinez said his choice affirms RAF as a destination for the sport’s top tier.
- Sadulaev owns victories over Kyle Snyder and David Taylor and is one of only two wrestlers with world titles in three weight classes.
- No promotional debut date has been announced, with reports suggesting his competitive return is expected later in 2026.
- RAF’s next broadcast, RAF06, is set for Feb. 28 in Tempe on FOX Nation and will feature Henry Cejudo and Urijah Faber.