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RAF 05 Proved Real American Freestyle Is More Than a Gimmick, It’s a Wrestling Powerhouse
On January 10, 2026, Real American Freestyle (RAF) returned with an explosion of elite grappling and athletic crossover in Sunrise, Florida. The Amerant Bank Arena was packed, the Fox Nation broadcast was live, and the wrestling mats were the stage for a stacked slate of competitive freestyle bouts that blurred the lines between folkstyle, elite wrestling, and combat sports star power.
Austin Jones
Jan 123 min read
Chael Sonnen Joins Hulk Hogan's Real American Freestyle Wrestling: A Major Crossover in Combat Sports
In a groundbreaking move that merges the worlds of MMA and traditional wrestling, Chael Sonnen has joined Hulk Hogan’s new wrestling promotion, Real American Freestyle Wrestling (RAFW). This marks a significant shift in the way wrestling and combat sports are evolving. With Sonnen’s deep roots in wrestling and his notorious ability to captivate an audience, his role in RAFW is poised to bring attention and credibility to this exciting new venture.
Austin Jones
May 22, 20254 min read
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