Colby Covington vs Chris Weidman wrestling match set for RAF 9 on May 30

Colby Covington and Chris Weidman will compete in a professional wrestling match at RAF 9 on May 30. Covington holds a 17-5 overall MMA record with a 12-5 UFC mark, while Weidman stands at 16-8 overall and 12-8 in the UFC. The bout marks a departure from MMA competition for both fighters, who will test their wrestling credentials in a pure grappling format. Both former UFC title contenders bring extensive wrestling backgrounds to the matchup. This represents an opportunity for fans to see the athletes compete outside the traditional MMA ruleset.