Colby Covington to face Chris Weidman in wrestling match at 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 with a 12-5 UFC mark, while Weidman stands at 16-8 overall and 12-8 in the UFC. Both fighters are former UFC title contenders stepping outside traditional MMA competition for this grappling event. The bout represents a crossover appearance for two established mixed martial artists in the pure wrestling format. No details were provided about weight class, ruleset, or financial terms for the matchup.