Covington and Weidman to meet in professional wrestling match on May 30

Colby Covington and Chris Weidman will face each other at RAF09 on May 30 in a professional wrestling match. Covington holds a 17-5 record overall and 12-5 in the UFC, while Weidman is 16-8 overall and 12-8 in the UFC. The bout will take place at a professional freestyle wrestling tournament. This represents a departure from traditional MMA competition for both veterans. The announcement provides an unusual crossover opportunity for the two former UFC contenders.