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Colby Covington and Chris Weidman will compete in a professional wrestling match at RAF 09 on May 30. Covington brings a 17-5 overall MMA record (12-5 UFC) into the wrestling bout, while Weidman holds a 16-8 record (12-8 UFC) in mixed martial arts. The matchup represents a crossover event that will see two established UFC veterans compete in pure wrestling rather than MMA. Both fighters have wrestling backgrounds that formed the foundation of their MMA careers, making this a compelling stylistic contest. Further details about the rules format or weight class for the wrestling match have not been specified.
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