Will Colby Covington face Khamzat Chimaev in RAF after calling him out?

Covington is clearly repositioning himself outside the UFC, aiming to build momentum in the RAF grappling league where he has financial and personal stakes. His callouts of both Arman Tsarukyan and Chimaev suggest an attempt to create high-profile matchups and quickly establish relevance in the new promotion. However, timing is a major constraint. Chimaev is currently focused on a title fight with Sean Strickland, making any immediate crossover unlikely. Tsarukyan appears to be the more realistic first opponent, as both are already active in RAF. There is also uncertainty around how quickly RAF can organize elite-level matchups involving fighters tied to other promotions, especially when contracts, schedules, and risks are involved. The most realistic scenario is that Covington faces Tsarukyan first to build credibility in RAF, while a potential bout with Chimaev depends on timing, availability, and continued interest after his UFC commitments.