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Updated · MMA Fighting · Sep 17
Belal Muhammad Says Colby Covington Sought Restraining Order Before RAF 13 Main Event
Updated
Updated · MMA Fighting · Sep 17

Belal Muhammad Says Colby Covington Sought Restraining Order Before RAF 13 Main Event

3 articles · Updated · MMA Fighting · Sep 17

Summary

  • Belal Muhammad said Colby Covington has put legal and security measures in place ahead of Friday’s RAF 13 main event at Watco Center, claiming police would be present if any altercation breaks out.
  • Muhammad said the restrictions are meant to stop physical contact during fight week after a long-running feud and a heated press-conference confrontation following his July RAF win over Ben Askren.
  • The former UFC welterweight contenders never met in the octagon, but are now set to face on the RAF mats in a wrestling match rather than an MMA bout.
  • Muhammad framed Covington’s move as fear and said he would stay professional outside the event while trying to “smash him the right way” once the match begins.

Insights

With tomorrow's RAF 13 match looming, is Covington's restraining order a genuine safety plea or a brilliant marketing stunt to boost viewership?
How will the strict police presence at the Watsco Center tomorrow alter the explosive dynamic between these bitter rivals on the wrestling mat?