Former UFC fighters Colby Covington and Chris Weidman are scheduled to face each other in a professional wrestling bout on May 30 at RAF09. Covington brings a 17-5 overall record and 12-5 UFC record into the match, while Weidman holds a 16-8 overall record and 12-8 UFC record from his MMA career. This represents a departure from traditional mixed martial arts for both athletes as they transition to professional wrestling. The bout will take place at a professional wrestling tournament. Both fighters have extensive UFC experience but are now exploring opportunities outside the octagon in the wrestling format.
