Belal Muhammad Slaps Colby Covington at RAF 11 Press Conf

RAF 11 Main Card Results

The inaugural RAF Cruiserweight Crossover title was decided in Milwaukee when three‑time UFC Welterweight title challenger Colby Covington topped Arman Tsarukyan. In the co‑main event, former UFC Welterweight champion Belal Muhammad halted Ben Askren’s return to wrestling competition. The night’s headliner and the showcase bout took place inside UW‑Milwaukee Panther Arena on Saturday, July 18, 2026.

Press Conference Sparks Heated Exchange

When Muhammad stepped to the podium first, he wasn’t pulling any punches. “Colby sucks,” he declared, “It’s like doing laundry. I’m not paying attention to that clown.” Covington arrived roughly seven minutes later, offering praise for Tsarukyan before Muhammad interjected. “You beat a Lightweight. Why don’t you go against a Welterweight?” Covington shot back, “You barely beat a dead guy. This guy can only score on a dead guy and a gargoyle.” The “gargoyle” remark was thinly veiled at Muhammad’s wife, raising the temperature further.

Chaos Erupts and a New Fight Announced

Insults escalated quickly. Muhammad accused Covington of running away, while Covington dubbed him a “cross‑eyed dork” and an “ugly motherf—ker.” Tension boiled over when Covington threatened, “Shut the f—k up before I smack the s—t out of you, b—ch.” Muhammad responded with “Step up. Come here,” then charged, kicked Covington while he stood, prompting security to rush in and separate the pair before the situation worsened.

Future Fight Set for RAF 12

RAF co‑founder Chad Bronstein interrupted the mayhem to announce a new headline bout: Covington will face Muhammad as the co‑main event of RAF 12. Covington appeared confident, labeling the upcoming fight “easy money.” “This is going to be the easiest match I get in RAF,” he said, “I’m surprised they are going to give me a free win like that. Super exciting for me. Easy money.” The declaration added another layer of intrigue to the already heated rivalry.

Aftermath and Fallout

The incident left RAF 12 with a built‑in storyline and plenty of buzz. Fans can watch the full RAF 11 post‑fight press conference HERE for all the raw moments. With both fighters already trading barbs, the next clash promises to be more than just a fight—it could become a defining moment for the promotion. Stay tuned for more coverage, highlights, and results as the drama continues to unfold.