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Robert Whittaker could’ve faced wrestling star, Joe Hendry, until the UFC put a huge obstacle in the way

Robert Whittaker and Joe Hendry almost went head-to-head in a showdown of combat sports icons. In his mixed martial arts career, ‘The Reaper’ has proven his skills beyond doubt, winning the UFC middleweight world title.

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Robert Whittaker believes there’s only one way to beat Khamzat Chimaev after he inflicted horror injury in UFC 308 fight

Amid his roughshod run through divisions, Khamzat Chimaev is infallible according to former foe Robert Whittaker, unless one rare scenario presents itself.

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 2

Robert Whittaker Admits Winning Back UFC Championship is ‘Pipe Dream’: 'I’ve Got Few Fights Left'

Every fighter who steps into the Octagon dreams of becoming a champion, proving themselves as the best, and claiming the glory that comes with UFC gold.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 2

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 / Bloody Elbow / September 1

‘Fun for who?’ Robert Whittaker brutally honest on UFC middleweight nobody wants to fight

Robert Whittaker doesn’t like the idea of fighting a contender ranked below him. The former UFC Middleweight Champion was recently kicked out of the top-five for the first time since 2017, after suffering back-to-back losses to current champ Khamzat Chimaev and Reinier de Ridder.

MMA News / NY Fights / September 1

Robert Whittaker Backs Fellow Australian Jack Della Maddalena to Get the Job Done Against Islam Makhachev at UFC 322

Australia has produced three UFC champions in the form of Jack Della Maddalena, Alexander Volkanovski, and Robert Whittaker. And it is safe to say all three have cemented themselves as elites in their divisions.

Georges St-Pierre’s Coach Calls Khamzat Chimaev the Best 185-Pounder in UFC History

If anyone ruled the UFC in the late 2000s with sheer dominance, it was Anderson Silva. With a record-breaking 16 consecutive wins and a 2457-day reign as middleweight champion, Silva cemented himself as the greatest 185-pound fighter in UFC history, a title that has stood the test of time.

MMA News / NY Fights / August 23

Reinier de Ridder Wants Khamzat Chimaev Title Challenge 'ASAP'

Fresh off his middleweight title victory at UFC 319, Khamzat Chimaev may already have his first challenger lined up. Former ONE Championship two-division titleholder Reinier de Ridder has made it clear he wants the fight and has already asked “Borz” to send the location.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / August 20

Robert Whittaker goes off about referee stand-ups in UFC 319 main event

Khamzat Chimaev thoroughly dominated Dricus Du Plessis in the UFC 319 main event last weekend in Chicago to capture the middleweight championship. He repeatedly put the South African on his back and controlled "Stillknocks" on the ground for nearly the entire five-round fight.

MMA News / NY Fights / August 19

Robert Whittaker Shuts Down Naysayers of Khamzat Chimaev’s Grappling Showcase at UFC 319

In modern MMA, one of the most debated topics is which fighting style makes for the most entertaining contest. Many fans lean toward all-out slugfests filled with sharp striking, believing that fast-paced exchanges give them the best value for their money.

MMA News / FirstSportz / August 18

Sean O’Malley in Troll Mode After Five-Round Snoozer Domination from Khamzat Chimaev

Khamzat Chimaev vs. Dricus Du Plessis was one of the most anticipated bouts that happened at UFC 319. Heading into the event, Chimaev was overwhelmingly the betting favorite, and inside the octagon, both fighters demonstrated exactly why that sentiment existed.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 17

Robert Whittaker reveals who he thinks has the best chance of beating Khamzat Chimaev after ‘mindblowing’ UFC 319 win

After a new middleweight champion was crowned at UFC 319, talk quickly turned to what is next. Several fighters, including Sean Strickland, called out Khamzat Chimaev now that the undefeated star has claimed the gold.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / August 15

UFC 319 Main Event Preview and Prediction: Dricus Du Plessis – Khamzat Chimaev

In the main event of UFC 319 tomorrow night, we are going to see a very highly anticipated middleweight title fight. Middleweight champ Dricus Du Plessis (23-2) will look to defend his title for the third time as he takes on the undefeated superstar Khamzat Chimaev (14-0).

MMA News / MMA Sucka / August 14

UFC 319’s Amazing Main Card from United Center in Windy City Saturday

UFC 319 fight week continues. While MMA’s No. 1 promotion heads to the Windy City of Chicago and the United Center for its August premium live event, not all is merriment when it comes to Dana White’s organization.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / August 12

Next Matchups For UFC Fight Night: Dolidze vs. Hernandez

It seems to happen every time, but UFC fans continue to fall for the same trap. Whenever a fight card like last weekend’s Apex event between Roman Dolidze and Anthony Hernandez seems underwhelming, it somehow delivers insanely entertaining, albeit not exactly high-level, mixed martial arts.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 31

UFC Heavyweight Released Despite Nearly Flawless Octagon Run

Abu Dhabi card delivered action, but one heavyweight’s win wasn’t enough to save his spot UFC Abu Dhabi delivered its share of thrills, especially in the main event where Reinier de Ridder defeated former champion Robert Whittaker in a high-stakes clash.

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MMA News / HITC / July 29

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 on SI / July 29

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 / HITC / July 28

UFC official responds to calls for a new rule after fighter suffered eight knockdowns

UFC’s Abu Dhabi card has reignited the debate over whether the promotion should take a page from boxing’s playbook. While most of the main card went to decisions, including Robert Whittaker vs.

MMA News / Field Level Media / July 26

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 / Dice City Sports / July 26

Reinier de Ridder Powers Past Robert Whittaker

Reinier de Ridder’s split decision win over Robert Whittaker is a massive statement and solidifies his legitimacy as a rising force in the UFC’s middleweight division at UFC Abu Dhabi main event.

MMA News / MMA on SI / July 26

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 on SI / July 25

UFC Abu Dhabi fight picks & predictions for Robert Whittaker vs. Reinier de Ridder

The UFC stays on the road this weekend with a UFC Fight Night event in Abu Dhabi, UAE, and MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré is here to provide predictions for all 12 fights on the card.

MMA News / MMA on SI / July 24

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 / BoxingNews.com / July 24

Pros Predict Robert Whittaker Vs. Reinier de Ridder – ‘He Will Struggle’

Robert Whittaker takes on Reinier de Ridder on July 26 at UFC Abu Dhabi, as MMA pros gave their predictions. Whittaker has plenty to prove following his last performance.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / July 23

UFC Abu Dhabi Preview & Keys to Victory

UFC Abu Dhabi goes down this weekend with a huge middleweight fight headlining the promotion’s return to the Etihad Arena. Former interim and undisputed middleweight champion, Robert Whittaker, returns to action and looks to get back in the win column when he meets streaking contender, Reinier de Ridder.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 23

UFC Fight Night – Robert Whittaker vs. Reinier de Ridder: Preview & Betting Tips

The middleweight division has a potential passing of the torch fight this weekend as former UFC champion Robert Whittaker takes on rising contender and former ONE Championship titleholder Reinier de Ridder in the main event of the latest UFC Fight Night.