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Colby Covington and Chris Weidman will compete in a professional wrestling match at RAF 09 on May 30. Covington holds a 17-5 overall MMA record with a 12-5 UFC mark, while Weidman is 16-8 overall with a 12-8 UFC record. Both former MMA contenders will be testing their grappling skills in a pure wrestling format. The event represents a departure from traditional MMA competition for both athletes. This cross-promotional wrestling match continues the trend of MMA fighters competing in grappling-only events.
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