Colby Covington vs Chris Weidman wrestling match set for RAF 09 on May 30

Colby Covington and Chris Weidman will compete in a professional wrestling match at RAF 09 on May 30. Covington brings a 17-5 overall MMA record (12-5 UFC), while Weidman stands at 16-8 overall (12-8 UFC). Both former UFC title contenders will transition from mixed martial arts to compete in freestyle wrestling at the event. The matchup represents a crossover appearance for both fighters, who have extensive grappling backgrounds from their MMA careers. No additional details about rules, weight class, or other bouts on the card were provided in the announcement.