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Colby Covington and Chris Weidman will compete in a professional freestyle wrestling match at RAF 9 on May 30. Covington brings a 17-5 overall MMA record with a 12-5 UFC mark, while Weidman holds a 16-8 overall record and 12-8 UFC record. Both former collegiate wrestlers will return to their grappling roots for this non-MMA competition. The matchup represents an interesting cross-promotion appearance for two established UFC veterans who have built their MMA careers on strong wrestling foundations. The event provides both fighters an opportunity to showcase their pure wrestling skills outside the context of mixed martial arts competition.
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