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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 holds a 16-8 record overall and 12-8 in the UFC. The bout represents a departure from mixed martial arts competition for both fighters as they test themselves in pure wrestling. Both are established UFC veterans making the transition to this wrestling format. The event offers fans a chance to see these MMA fighters compete under different rules. No additional details about weight class or match format were provided in the announcement.
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