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‘The Reaper’ is expecting an upset to close out the UFC schedule for 2026. Some big fights were announced this past Saturday night for UFC 335, the final event on the promotion’s calendar for this year.

Paris FC News / BoxingNews.com / September 8

Whittaker On Page's UFC Paris Performance

Robert Whittaker said he struggled to watch Michael Page fight at UFC Paris this past Saturday. Page earned a decision win over Nursulton Ruziboev to improve to 5-1 in the UFC, though the performance drew criticism for its lack of action.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 7

Whittaker Names Ankalaev In Light Heavyweight Targets

Robert Whittaker has laid out a list of potential light heavyweight opponents following his successful division debut against Nikita Krylov last month.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 7

Whittaker On Ankalaev After Blachowicz Callout

Robert Whittaker is eyeing Magomed Ankalaev for his next light heavyweight outing, though former champion Jan Blachowicz is pushing for the fight after being named by the Australian.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 7

Blachowicz Calls Out Whittaker After UFC Return

Former light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz has challenged Robert Whittaker to a cross-division fight following his return to the Octagon earlier this month.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 6

Whittaker Fires Back At Rogan's UFC 329 Commentary

Robert Whittaker said Joe Rogan's commentary during his UFC 329 win left him puzzled and frustrated. The former middleweight champion knocked out Nikita Krylov in July, breaking the veteran's jaw in the third round to snap a two-fight skid.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / August 5

UFC Light Heavyweight, Robert Whittaker to Joe Rogan

Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker is a pretty mild-mannered guy. However, Whittaker took umbrage with UFC color analyst Joe Rogan's criticism of his physique during the former's successful debut at light heavyweight.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 4

Whittaker Eyes Ankalaev Next After Light Heavyweight Move

Robert Whittaker wants Magomed Ankalaev for his next fight at light heavyweight but has no interest in running back his win over Paulo Costa. Whittaker,

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 17

Three Fights Robert Whittaker Should Take Next After UFC 329

Robert Whittaker's second-round TKO of Nikita Krylov at UFC 329 reminded everyone why "The Reaper" remains one of the middleweight division's most complete fighters.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 14

Robert Whittaker rips UFC 329 commentary for weight talk

Robert Whittaker took issue with how UFC 329 commentators discussed his physique during his light heavyweight debut against Nikita Krylov earlier this month.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / July 14

Robert Whittaker Calls Out Joe Rogan and Commentators for Body Shaming During LHW Debut at UFC 329

For a fighter who had spent a better part of his career in mixed martial arts under the UFC banner, receiving a slot on the preliminary card of an event, particularly as a former middleweight champion, was already adding to the frustration.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / July 12

Robert Whittaker Makes Statement at Light Heavyweight With TKO Win Over Nikita Krylov at UFC 329

LAS VEGAS — Robert Whittaker may have found new life in a new division. The former UFC middleweight champion made an emphatic light heavyweight debut Saturday night, stopping longtime contender Nikita Krylov in the third round at UFC 329 inside T-Mobile Arena.

MMA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 11

UFC fighter quits on match after vicious punch appears to break his jaw

UFC fighter Robert Whittaker proved Saturday that his power very much translates to a higher weight class. Whittaker (28-9-0) made his light heavyweight debut against Nikita Krylov (31-12-0) in the final UFC 329 preliminary card bout at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nev.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 8

Robert Whittaker says light heavyweight move extends career

Robert Whittaker believes his shift to light heavyweight has given him fresh legs for the final stretch of his UFC career. The former middleweight champion

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MMA News / Dice City Sports / July 6

Robert Whittaker Embraces New Beginning at Light Heavyweight Ahead of UFC 329

,Robert Whittaker believes the toughest opponent of his career hasn’t been another fighter it has been the scale. The former UFC middleweight champion is hoping a move to 205 pounds changes that.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 1

Robert Whittaker vs Nikita Krylov: Preview & Betting Tips

Robert Whittaker meets Nikita Krylov in a welterweight clash that pairs two seasoned campaigners with contrasting paths. Whittaker, 35, brings a 26-9 record including ten knockouts and five submissions, while Ukraine's Krylov, 34, enters at 31-11 with thirteen stoppages and sixteen submission wins.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 27

Robert Whittaker Moving to Light Heavyweight

Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker is set to step on the scale at 205 pounds for his next Octagon appearance, officially moving up to the light heavyweight division.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 24

Robert Whittaker confirms move to light heavyweight division

Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker has been contemplating moving up to the light heavyweight division for some time. After suffering back-to-back losses in the 185-pound weight class, "The Reaper" confirmed that he'll be making the move to the light heavyweight division for his next fight.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 5

Former UFC champ Robert Whittaker reveals when he'll fight again

Former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker last fought in the UFC on ABC 9 main event last July in Abu Dhabi. "Bobby Knuckles" faced Reinier de Ridder and lost a questionable split decision.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / December 30

Robert Whittaker considering moving up to the light heavyweight division in 2026

Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker is coming off back-to-back losses for the first time in 11 years. "The Reaper" last fought in July, dropping a split decision to Reinier de Ridder in the UFC on ABC 9 main event.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 2, 2025

Robert Whittaker no longer chasing titles, wants to enjoy the 'few fights left'

Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker is realistic about where he is in his fighting career. "The Reaper" knows that it's unlikely that he makes it back to a title fight, and regaining the world championship is a long shot at best. Whittaker has lost his last two fights.

MMA News / HITC / July 29, 2025

After second straight loss, Robert Whittaker opens up on what he’s aiming for next: ‘I’m longing for it…’

Moving up to middleweight, ‘The Reaper’ has never before experienced consecutive losses, a streak broken only recently. Robert Whittaker came up short against Reinier de Ridder in the main event at UFC Abu Dhabi over the weekend.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / July 29, 2025

Robert Whittaker sends first message since Reinier de Ridder loss

Robert Whittaker is keeping his chin high after a super tight split decision loss to Reinier de Ridder in their UFC Abu Dhabi main event. 'The Reaper' looked the sharper fighter, landing harder shots and almost finishing the fight on one occasion, but fatigue and a dogged 'RDR' forced the upset.

MMA News / Field Level Media / July 26, 2025

UFC Fight Night: Reinier de Ridder defeats Robert Whittaker by split decision

Reinier de Ridder took home a split-decision victory Saturday over Robert Whittaker in the main event of UFC Fight Night at Abu Dhabi. De Ridder (21-2-0 MMA) earned a 48-47 margin from two judges, Ben Cartlidge and David Lethaby, while Mike Bell was the lone judge to give the edge to Whittaker (27-9-0 MMA) at 48-47.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / July 26, 2025

UFC stream: Whittaker vs. de Ridder LIVE and FREE

The future of the UFC middleweight title picture is decided tonight, when a new prospect is either made or broken in the Abu Dhabi Fight Night main event.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / July 24, 2025

UFC bogeyman flattened Robert Whittaker’s teeth with savage choke

Robert Whittaker returns from one of the most devastating losses of his career when he steps in the Octagon this weekend at UFC Abu Dhabi. 'The Reaper' was once ontop of the world, holding the middleweight championship and defending it against Yoel Romero.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 4, 2025

Former UFC champion drops a quiet hint about retirement

There comes a time in every fighter’s career when the end feels closer than the beginning.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / June 18, 2025

UFC Abu Dhabi: Robert Whittaker’s Legacy Fight Comes With High Stakes and No Margin for Error

The UFC is returning to Abu Dhabi this summer, and Dana White has confirmed a massive lineup for the July 26 Fight Night event at the Etihad Arena. Headlining the card is former champion Robert Whittaker, who will face Reinier de Ridder in a pivotal middleweight showdown.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / May 12, 2025

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.