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UFC Contender Signs with Hulk Hogan, Real American Freestyle
- Bo Nickal, a former Penn State wrestler and UFC fighter, signed with Hulk Hogan's Real American Freestyle and will debut on August 30 in Cleveland.
- Nickal made this move following his first UFC loss by second-round TKO to Reinier de Ridder in May but retains his UFC contract and fighting ambitions.
- Nickal is a decorated athlete who won three NCAA national championships, the 2019 under-23 world title, and started 2025 as a top UFC prospect with a 7-1 record.
- Hulk Hogan praised Bo Nickal as an outstanding competitor and among the top wrestlers worldwide, noting that Nickal's skills and experience significantly enhance the RAF roster.
- Nickal plans to compete in wrestling with Real American Freestyle while continuing MMA fights, reflecting his commitment to compete as much as possible in both sports.
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Bo Nickal joins Hulk Hogan's Real American Freestyle wrestling venture
In a surprising move that has the combat sports world buzzing, UFC fighter Bo Nickal has officially signed with Hulk Hogan’s new wrestling venture, Real American Freestyle (RAF). The three-time NCAA Division I National Champion wrestler from Penn State University will make his debut on August 30, 2025, in Cleveland at the Wolstein Center at CSU, while continuing his UFC career. This unexpected crossover represents a significant moment where a ri…
UFC star Bo Nickal. Photo via YouTube From now on, MMA star Bo Nickal will have dual roles as a martial artist. According to reports, he has signed with the wrestling organization Real American Freestyle. Bo Nickal is one of the most accomplished American wrestlers to ever transition to MMA. Now Nickal will compete for Real American Freestyle while continuing his MMA career in the UFC. The wrestling organization RAF is led by wrestling legend Hu…
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