Overview
- RAF confirmed that Sadulaev has signed an exclusive agreement to compete only in its professional events.
- Executives Chad Bronstein and Izzy Martinez said the acquisition validates RAF’s positioning with partners, media and fans.
- A debut date and opponent have not been announced for Sadulaev’s first appearance with the promotion.
- The 29-year-old is a two-time Olympic gold medalist and six-time world champion with a 160-6 freestyle record, including wins over Kyle Snyder and David Taylor.
- The signing follows public calls from Khabib Nurmagomedov for the UFC to recruit Sadulaev, and comes after he did not compete at the 2024 Olympics due to the Russia–Ukraine conflict.