RAF 12 results delivered a stunning main event as Henry Cejudo pinned Merab Dvalishvili just 36 seconds into their freestyle wrestling rematch.
Cejudo captured the inaugural RAF Lightweight Crossover Championship with the rapid victory on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio.
The former two-division UFC champion immediately attacked, scored a four-point takedown and trapped Dvalishvili on his back to secure the pin.
Elsewhere, Jordan Burroughs dominated Sean Brady, Max McEnelly upset Bo Nickal and Tyron Woodley recovered from an eight-point deficit to defeat Joaquin Buckley.
What Are the Complete RAF 12 Results?
The official RAF 12 results are:
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| Henry Cejudo vs. Merab Dvalishvili | Cejudo won by pin, Round 1, 0:36 |
| Jordan Burroughs vs. Sean Brady | Burroughs won by technical fall, 11-0 |
| Gable Steveson vs. Anthony Cassioppi | Steveson won by points, 6-0 |
| Kennedy Blades vs. Reese Larramendy | Blades won by technical fall, 11-0 |
| Bo Nickal vs. Max McEnelly | McEnelly won by points, 3-2 |
| Evan Wick vs. Jason Nolf | Nolf won by technical fall, 11-1 |
| Vladimer Khinchegashvili vs. Jesse Mendez | Mendez won by points, 7-2 |
| David Carr vs. Tajmuraz Salkazanov | Carr won by points, 6-4 |
| Johnni DiJulius vs. Asu Almabayev | DiJulius won by technical fall, 10-0 |
| Kadik vs. Will Lewan | Kadik won after Lewan suffered an injury |
| Tyron Woodley vs. Joaquin Buckley | Woodley won by points, 14-8 |
| Masanosuke Ono vs. Ben Davino | Ono won by points, 4-0 |
The official RAF event listing records David Carr’s final score against Tajmuraz Salkazanov as 6-4. Some early live reports listed the result as 5-4.
How Did Henry Cejudo Beat Merab Dvalishvili?
Henry Cejudo needed only 36 seconds to defeat Merab Dvalishvili in the RAF 12 main event.
Cejudo moved forward immediately and secured a four-point takedown. Rather than allowing Dvalishvili time to escape or mount another comeback, Cejudo maintained control and forced both of his opponent’s shoulders onto the mat.
The referee confirmed the pin, ending the match in the opening minute.
The victory earned Cejudo the inaugural RAF Lightweight Crossover Championship and avenged his loss to Dvalishvili at RAF Georgia.
Cejudo’s pin was officially recorded 36 seconds into the first round.
What Happened in the First Dvalishvili vs. Cejudo Wrestling Match?
The first wrestling match between Dvalishvili and Cejudo produced one of the biggest comebacks in Real American Freestyle history.
Cejudo built an 8-0 lead during their July 2026 match in Tbilisi, Georgia. He appeared close to securing a technical fall before Dvalishvili changed the direction of the contest.
Dvalishvili scored 11 unanswered points and completed an 11-8 comeback victory in front of his home supporters.
Cejudo made sure there would be no similar comeback at RAF 12. He secured the pin before Dvalishvili could settle into the match.
The two fighters have now faced each other three times across MMA and freestyle wrestling.
Dvalishvili defeated Cejudo by unanimous decision at UFC 298 in February 2024. He then won their first RAF wrestling match before Cejudo answered with the 36-second pin in Cleveland.
Will Henry Cejudo and Merab Dvalishvili Compete Again?
A third wrestling match appears possible after the dramatic difference between their first two RAF meetings.
Following his victory, Cejudo called out former UFC bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt as a potential opponent for his RAF title.
Dvalishvili, meanwhile, expressed interest in completing a freestyle wrestling trilogy with Cejudo.
No matchup has been officially announced.
How Did Jordan Burroughs Dominate Sean Brady?
Jordan Burroughs defeated Sean Brady by an 11-0 technical fall in the RAF 12 co-main event.
Brady moved forward and attempted to pressure the Olympic champion. However, Burroughs controlled the scoring exchanges with his speed, positioning and elite wrestling technique.
A step-out gave Burroughs the first point. He then used his signature double-leg takedown to lift Brady and drive him to the mat, earning five points.
Burroughs finished the opening period ahead 7-0.
Another explosive double-leg takedown added four points in the second period. That extended the score to 11-0 and ended the match by technical fall.
The victory marked Burroughs’ return to competition following a two-year absence.
Burroughs confirmed after the match that he signed a three-match agreement with RAF.
Did Max McEnelly Beat Bo Nickal?
Max McEnelly defeated Bo Nickal by a 3-2 decision in one of the biggest surprises on the RAF 12 card.
Nickal entered as a three-time NCAA Division I wrestling champion and one of the most accomplished wrestlers competing in the UFC.
However, McEnelly remained composed throughout the match. He defended Nickal’s late attacks and held on to a narrow one-point advantage.
The result marked Nickal’s first wrestling loss since 2020.
McEnelly, a 2026 NCAA champion, called for an opportunity to compete for an RAF championship following the victory.
How Did Tyron Woodley Beat Joaquin Buckley?
Tyron Woodley produced one of the evening’s most dramatic comebacks against Joaquin Buckley.
Buckley scored eight points during the opening period and established an 8-1 lead. However, Woodley began closing the gap during the second period.
The former UFC welterweight champion used pushouts, a takedown and additional control to change the match.
Woodley scored seven points in the final period and completed a 14-8 victory.
The comeback gave Woodley an important win after he was nearly shut out during the opening stages of the match.
Woodley recovered from an eight-point deficit to win 14-8.
Who Won the RAF 12 Championship Matches?
Three championship results were confirmed at RAF 12.
Henry Cejudo Won the Lightweight Crossover Championship
Cejudo pinned Dvalishvili in 36 seconds to become the inaugural RAF Lightweight Crossover champion.
Jason Nolf Won the Middleweight Championship
Jason Nolf defeated Evan Wick by an 11-1 technical fall to capture the RAF Middleweight Championship.
Nolf led 5-0 after the first period. Wick scored one point during the second, but Nolf added six more in the third period to end the match.
David Carr Retained the Welterweight Championship
David Carr defeated Tajmuraz Salkazanov by points to retain the RAF Welterweight Championship.
The official RAF listing recorded the final score as 6-4.
Who Else Won at RAF 12?
Olympic champion Gable Steveson earned a controlled 6-0 victory over Anthony Cassioppi. Steveson scored in every period and did not surrender a point.
Kennedy Blades also delivered a dominant performance, defeating Reese Larramendy 11-0 by technical fall.
Jesse Mendez beat Olympic champion Vladimer Khinchegashvili 7-2, while Johnni DiJulius needed only one period to defeat UFC flyweight Asu Almabayev by a 10-0 technical fall.
Kadik defeated Will Lewan after Lewan suffered an injury, and Masanosuke Ono completed the card with a 4-0 win over Ben Davino.
What Is Real American Freestyle Wrestling?
Real American Freestyle, commonly known as RAF, is a professional freestyle wrestling promotion.
Unlike scripted professional wrestling, RAF matches are legitimate athletic competitions decided through points, technical falls, pins or other recognized results.
The promotion combines accomplished wrestlers with athletes known for competing in MMA and other combat sports.
RAF 12 featured Olympic champions, NCAA champions and several well-known UFC fighters, including Cejudo, Dvalishvili, Brady, Nickal, Woodley, Buckley and Almabayev.
The August 22 event also celebrated the promotion’s first anniversary.
Where Did RAF 12 Take Place?
RAF 12 took place at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio, on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
The main card began at 8:00 p.m. ET and streamed exclusively on FOX Nation.
Cleveland also hosted the promotion’s first event, making the city a fitting location for RAF’s one-year anniversary show.
RAF 12 Results FAQs
Who won Dvalishvili vs. Cejudo 2?
Henry Cejudo defeated Merab Dvalishvili by pin just 36 seconds into the first round.
How long did Cejudo vs. Dvalishvili last?
The RAF 12 main event lasted only 36 seconds.
Did Henry Cejudo win an RAF championship?
Yes. Cejudo became the inaugural RAF Lightweight Crossover champion by defeating Dvalishvili.
Who won Jordan Burroughs vs. Sean Brady?
Jordan Burroughs defeated Sean Brady by technical fall with an 11-0 score.
Did Bo Nickal win at RAF 12?
No. Max McEnelly defeated Bo Nickal by points, 3-2.
Who won Tyron Woodley vs. Joaquin Buckley?
Tyron Woodley defeated Joaquin Buckley by points, 14-8.
Who won Gable Steveson vs. Anthony Cassioppi?
Gable Steveson defeated Anthony Cassioppi by points, 6-0.
Who won the RAF Middleweight Championship?
Jason Nolf defeated Evan Wick by technical fall to win the RAF Middleweight Championship.
Where was RAF 12 held?
RAF 12 took place at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio.
When did RAF 12 happen?
RAF 12 was held on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
What does RAF mean in wrestling?
RAF stands for Real American Freestyle, a professional freestyle wrestling promotion.
Where was RAF 12 streamed?
RAF 12 streamed exclusively on FOX Nation.
