UFC welterweight contender Khamzat Chimaev has criticized fellow fighter Colby Covington, stating that Covington is "just trying to make his last money" with RAF. The comments were reported by MMA Junkie's Farah Hannoun on November 6, 2026.
Chimaev, known for his outspoken personality and dominant performances inside the octagon, directed the remarks at Covington, a former interim UFC welterweight champion. The reference to RAF appears to relate to a fight promotion or organizational arrangement, though specific details were not elaborated in the brief report.
Both fighters have been prominent figures in the UFC's 170-pound division, with Chimaev rising rapidly through the ranks while Covington has established himself as a top contender and title challenger. The exchange adds another chapter to the ongoing verbal sparring common in mixed martial arts promotion.
