Colby Covington vs Chris Weidman scheduled for RAF 09 wrestling event 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 record and 12-5 UFC record into the bout, while Weidman holds a 16-8 overall record and 12-8 UFC mark. This represents a departure from traditional MMA competition for both fighters, who will be testing their skills in freestyle wrestling format. The matchup pairs two experienced UFC veterans in a different combat sports context. Both fighters have extensive grappling backgrounds from their MMA careers.