Covington vs Weidman scheduled for wrestling match at RAF09 on May 30

Colby Covington (17-5, 12-5 UFC) and Chris Weidman (16-8, 12-8 UFC) are set to compete in a professional freestyle wrestling match on May 30 at the RAF09 tournament. This represents a departure from traditional MMA competition for both fighters. Covington has established himself as a top welterweight contender in the UFC, while Weidman is a former middleweight champion. The crossover wrestling event will showcase both fighters' grappling skills outside the octagon. No additional details about the ruleset or bout structure are provided in the announcement.