Colby Covington vs Chris Weidman wrestling match set for RAF 09 on May 30

Colby Covington and Chris Weidman will compete in a professional wrestling match at RAF 09 on May 30, marking a departure from their traditional MMA careers. Covington brings a 17-5 overall record and 12-5 UFC record into the event, while Weidman holds a 16-8 overall mark and 12-8 UFC record. Both fighters have extensive wrestling backgrounds, with Covington being a decorated collegiate wrestler and Weidman an All-American at Hofstra. The matchup pits two former UFC contenders against each other in a pure wrestling format. This represents an interesting crossover event for both veterans who continue competing outside traditional MMA while maintaining their UFC careers.