Colby Covington to face Chris Weidman in wrestling match at RAF 09

Colby Covington and Chris Weidman will compete in a professional wrestling match at RAF 09 on May 30. Covington holds a 17-5 overall record with a 12-5 UFC mark, while Weidman's record stands at 16-8 overall and 12-8 in the UFC. The bout will take place at a professional wrestling tournament, representing a departure from MMA competition for both fighters. Details remain limited about the specific ruleset or weight class for the match. This continues a recent trend of MMA fighters competing in grappling and wrestling events outside of their primary sport. Both fighters bring extensive combat sports experience to the wrestling format.