Colby Covington to face Chris Weidman in wrestling match at RAF09 on May 30

Colby Covington and Chris Weidman will compete in a professional wrestling match on May 30 at the RAF09 event. Covington holds a UFC record of 17-5 overall and 12-5 in the promotion, while Weidman stands at 16-8 overall with a 12-8 UFC record. This marks a departure from MMA competition for both fighters, as they transition to a wrestling format. The bout represents an interesting crossover event featuring two established UFC veterans. Further details about the specific ruleset or event location were not provided in the announcement.