Abdulrashid Sadulaev to make RAF debut in U.S. in coming months

Olympic wrestling champion Abdulrashid Sadulaev will make his MMA debut in the Russian promotion RAF within the next several months at an event in the United States. Sadulaev indicated he is prepared to face any opponent and responded positively when asked about hypothetical matchups against Jon Jones and Brock Lesnar. However, echoing a famous Khabib Nurmagomedov quote, Sadulaev stated his only condition is that his opponent must make 97 kilograms (approximately 213 pounds). The comment suggests Sadulaev is using the weight requirement strategically, as many top fighters compete at lower weight classes. No specific opponent or event date has been announced.