Robert Whittaker: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

On This Day in 2018: Robert Whittaker And Yoel Romero Went to War in One of the Best UFC Middleweight Fights Ever

On this day in 2018 at UFC 225 in Chicago, Robert Whittaker and Yoel Romero went to war in what many fans and pundits still hail as one of the greatest

MMA News / MMA on SI / May 29

Robert Whittaker baffled by UFC letting Jon Jones stall heavyweight division

Robert Whittaker is one of many fighters joining a growing list of those speaking out against Jon Jones' inactivity in the heavyweight championship. Not only have over 120,000 fans signed a petition to strip Jones, but fighters like Alexander Volkov and Curtis Blaydes have called the UFC's judgment into question.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 29

Robert Whittaker Clowns Alexander Volkanovski Rumored Rematch Against Yair Rodriguez

The UFC featherweight division saw a massive change after former champion Ilia Topuria vacated the belt, surprising many MMA fans. It allowed Alexander Volkanovski and young challenger Diego Lopes to fight for the title, raising the stakes for both fighters.

MMA News / The SportsRush / May 22

‘Mate Come On’: Frustrated Robert Whittaker Backs Stripping Jon Jones Off UFC Title Over Tom Aspinall Fight Delay

At this point, it seems Jon Jones is taking the UFC for granted. The heavyweight champ hasn’t announced his next fight yet and is instead vacationing, posting stories of himself drinking coconut water.

MMA News / MMA on SI / May 22

Robert Whittaker gives honest take on Dricus Du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev

Few fighters and pundits can say they've fought Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev. One such fighter is Robert Whittaker, who has fought and unfortunately lost to both middleweight bogeymen.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / May 16

Robert Whittaker 'looking to send a message' against Reinier de Ridder

Former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker (26-8) headlines the July 26 UFC on ABC fight card in Abu Dhabi against the rising Dutchman Reinier de Ridder (20-2).

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / May 12

Robert Whittaker vs. Reinier de Ridder to headline UFC Abu Dhabi on July 26

On July 26, the UFC makes its much-anticipated return to the Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, with a middleweight main event that promises to shake up the division.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / May 10

UFC Abu Dhabi will be headlined by Robert Whittaker – Reinier De Ridder

The UFC is returning to Abu Dhabi on July 26th for a fight night and today, the promotion announced the main event. Former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker (26-8) is returning and he’ll be taking on top contender Reinier De Ridder (20-2).

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 10

Robert Whittaker to headline UFC Abu Dhabi against soaring middleweight contender

Robert Whittaker has booked his first fight since losing in devastating fashion last October, looking to return to the middleweight title conversation.

MMA News / The SportsRush / April 23

Citing Jon Jones, Daniel Cormier Says an ‘Interim Title’ While Dricus Du Plessis Is Injured Would Be ‘Unjust’

Middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis’ undisclosed injury is seemingly ruining Dana White’s plan for a title fight featuring Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 317 in June.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 8

Robert Whittaker reveals his Michael Chandler vs. Paddy Pimblett prediction

The UFC 314 co-main event features an intriguing lightweight match between No. 7 ranked Michael Chandler and No. 12 ranked Paddy Pimblett. Chandler will enter the fight coming off back-to-back losses and having lost four of his last five fights.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 7

Former UFC champion gives prediction for UFC 314 main event title fight

Former featherweight champion Alexander Volkanoski has the opportunity to regain the title at UFC 314 when he faces No. 3 ranked Diego Lopes with the vacant title on the line. Volkanovski will enter the fight coming off back-to-back losses.

MMA News / MMA on SI / March 17

Robert Whittaker unveils plans for next UFC fight and hints at major development

Robert Whittaker's next foray into the UFC might involve a move in weight class. 'The Reaper' is looking to rebound from the most lopsided loss of his career.

MMA News / FirstSportz / March 17

Robert Whittaker claims UFC’s ‘boogeyman’ narrative around Alex Pereira ended at UFC 313

Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev went against each other at UFC 313 with the light heavyweight championship on the line. Shockingly, it was the Russian who came out victorious in a convincing manner.

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MMA News / FirstSportz / February 28

Decline in masterful trash-talk? Robert Whittaker goes off on Sean Strickland’s rants

Robert Whittaker has long said a barnburner with fellow former UFC 185-pound champ Sean Strickland always made sense. Whittaker is saying it yet again; it’d be a good opportunity to pawn off on each other.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 26

Robert Whittaker believes at bout against Sean Strickland is 'the fight to make'

A battle between former middleweight champions could be brewing. Former titleholders Robert Whittaker and Sean Strickland are both coming off of losses,

MMA News / Yardbarker / February 2

Sean Strickland doesn’t care about the middleweight belt

For UFC middleweight Sean Strickland, the upcoming fight between him and division champion Dricus Du Plessis isn’t about the title. It’s about unfinished business.

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