Khamzat Chimaev accidentally leaks next fight against Colby Covington

Khamzat Chimaev, the rising star in the Real American Freestyle (RAF) promotion, has inadvertently revealed his upcoming bout against Colby Covington. With a flawless two-fight record in RAF, the 24-year-old has established himself as one of the most sought-after competitors on the Real American Freestyle stage. His next fight is set for Friday, where he will face former UFC opponent Gilbert Burns.

The headline card of the event will feature Colby Covington and Belal Muhammad, and if both fighters emerge victorious, it is highly likely that they will face off next. Covington and Muhammad have both expressed their desire to make this highly anticipated match a reality. However, Chimaev's announcement of the fight during a press conference ahead of his upcoming clash may have unintentionally leaked the news.

During the event, Chimaev playfully admitted that the highly-anticipated bout against Colby Covington would take place in Abu Dhabi. He added that Colby is currently not competing in the UFC, which led to the accidental revelation. Chimaev later clarified his statement, apologizing for any confusion his premature announcement may have caused.