Real American Freestyle (RAF) is gearing up for its highly anticipated RAF07 event, set to take place on March 28 in Tampa, Florida. This card is packed with exciting matchups, including a light heavyweight title defense, a cruiserweight championship bout, and several other high-profile contests. The event underscores RAF's commitment to showcasing elite wrestling talent and expanding its footprint in the professional wrestling landscape.
Real American Freestyle Set to Electrify Tampa with Star-Studded RAF07 Event
On Thursday, February 5, 2026, Real American Freestyle officially announced RAF07, an electrifying wrestling event scheduled for March 28 at the Yuengling Center in the vibrant city of Tampa, Florida. The main event will feature the formidable Bo Nickal, who will put his light heavyweight title on the line against the accomplished wrestler Vladimer Khinchegashvili. Nickal, who secured his title at RAF01, had previously withdrawn from a planned bout at RAF05 against Yoel Romero due to weight complications.
The card is further bolstered by a compelling cruiserweight championship defense, with current titleholder Kyle Dake facing off against the 2024 NCAA champion, Parker Keckeisen. In the women's middleweight division, reigning champion Kennedy Blades is slated to compete against Milana Dudieva, who will be making her promotional debut. Additionally, wrestling fans can look forward to a significant clash between Kyle Snyder and Bahrainian 2024 Olympic gold medalist Akhmed Tazhudinov.
Chad Bronstein, the CEO of Real American Freestyle, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming event, stating, "This event provides a clear picture of RAF's current standing. We are bringing together the sport's top athletes for matchups that were once unimaginable. Hosting RAF07 in Tampa Bay allows us to maintain our impressive momentum in a world-class venue, continually demonstrating what a true professional home for wrestling embodies."
Prior to RAF07, the organization will host RAF06 on February 28 in Tempe, Arizona. That event is set to be headlined by former UFC luminaries Henry Cejudo and Urijah Faber, alongside a lightweight bout featuring UFC contender Arman Tsarukyan against Georgio Poullas.
The upcoming RAF07 event in Tampa represents a significant step forward for Real American Freestyle, bringing together a confluence of athletic prowess and strategic matchmaking. It provides a platform for both established champions and rising stars to compete at the highest level, fostering the growth and recognition of professional wrestling. Fans can anticipate an evening of intense competition and memorable performances, further cementing RAF's reputation as a premier destination for wrestling enthusiasts.