raf action in Tampa, Florida reached a flashpoint as Arman Tsarukyan and Georgio Poullas met again at RAF 07 in the Yuengling Center; a tense press conference on March 27, 2026 (ET) foreshadowed the rematch. The middleweight bout and a stacked card produced technical falls, decisions and heated exchanges that kept the crowd on edge. Officials, fighters and influencers all found themselves drawn into the saga that began at RAF 06 one month earlier.
Raf 07 results and key moments
The card at RAF 07 delivered decisive endings across multiple weights while the Tsarukyan–Poullas rivalry remained the evening’s focal point. Featherweight Johnni DiJulius defeated Conor Beebe decision (9-6). In light heavyweight action, Trent Hidlay beat Pat Downey technical fall (12-0). Middleweight Jason Nolf won by technical fall over Tajmuraz Salkazanov (10-0). Cruiserweight Aeoden Sinclair claimed a decision over Khidir Saipudinov (9-4).
Promoters also presented high-profile matchups that shaped the stakes for future cards: Colby Covington and Dillon Danis were lined up for a co-feature clash, marking Covington’s RAF debut and Danis’s RAF debut, and four title bouts were on the slate, including cruiserweight and heavyweight defenses and a vacant light heavyweight title pairing. The evening’s tapestry of finishes and storylines kept raf conversation active among attendees and fighters.
Immediate reactions — fighters, influencer, and rivals
Georgio Poullas, social media influencer and former collegiate wrestler who competed at Cleveland State University and Rider University, attacked Tsarukyan’s conduct from their first meeting and warned he would be different this time: “The first match, he just cried like a little bitch, ” Poullas said. He framed the rematch as an opportunity to settle unfinished business and suggested he is prepared for escalation if it occurs again.
Arman Tsarukyan, UFC fighter, returned the personal heat at the press conference and issued a blunt warning when personal matters were raised: “Everybody don’t ask about family, mom, sisters. Okay. If anyone wants to talk about that. You’re gonna be dead. ” His reaction reflected the carryover anger from the RAF 06 match, which saw fouls and a post-fight shove that required officials to intervene.
Nina Drama (Nina-Marie Daniele), MMA influencer who attended the press conference in support of Tsarukyan, confronted Poullas after the exchange and framed his remarks as unacceptable: “What was that? It was disrespectful. I didn’t like that sh*t. It’s bullsh*t. ” Her involvement intensified social-media attention and factored into the build to the rematch, drawing commentary from peers and fans.
What’s next — fallout and the road forward
With raf talking points now centered on personal animus as much as competition, officials and matchmakers face decisions about how to limit fouls and post-fight incidents moving forward. The card’s results reshaped contenders at multiple weights and ensured the Tsarukyan–Poullas arc will be monitored closely on future raf cards. Expect disciplinary review and heightened oversight at upcoming events as promoters and regulators weigh the balance between spectacle and safety.
The rematch’s aftermath and the continued exchange between a UFC fighter, a social-media influencer, and an outspoken MMA personality guarantee raf headlines will follow this story into the next set of matchups and pressers.
