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Former UFC welterweight title challenger Colby Covington will compete against former middleweight champion Chris Weidman in a professional wrestling match at RAF 09 on May 30. Both fighters will be stepping outside of MMA for the cross-promotional event. Covington holds a 17-5 overall record with a 12-5 UFC mark, while Weidman stands at 16-8 overall and 12-8 in the UFC. The bout represents a departure from traditional MMA competition for both veterans. Details about the specific wrestling ruleset or format have not been disclosed in the announcement.
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