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Robert Whittaker Surprised, But “Happy”, About Khamzat Chimaev Match-up
By Kelsey Mowatt
Robert Whittaker admits he wasn’t expecting the UFC to call him for a fight so soon. But, the former middleweight champ is definitely on board with the promotion’s decision to match him up against Khamzat Chimaev.
Recently,… Read More
UFC Announces Khamzat Chimaev vs.Robert Whittaker, Other Fights, For Saudi Arabia Card
By FCF Staff
The UFC has announced several fights that will be part of the promotion’s first card in Saudi Arabia, including a pivotal middleweight bout between former champ Robert Whittaker and Khamzat Chimaev.
Recently, UFC President Dana White announced… Read More
UFC 298: Robert Whittaker Octagon Interview
Robert Whittaker Believes Dricus Du Plessis Will Beat Israel Adesanya
By FCF Staff
It remains to be seen if and when Dricus Du Plessis will fight Israel Adesanya. But, if the rivals do fight soon, Robert Whittaker believes the new UFC middleweight champ will be victorious.
Du Plessis secured the… Read More
Robert Whittaker – Paulo Costa Bout Announced
By FCF Staff
The UFC continues to book fights for the promotion’s spring schedule as recently Dana White confirmed that a bout between Robert Whittaker and Paulo Costa has been set.
Recently, White announced that the two will battle at… Read More
UFC 290: Robert Whittaker Outlines Why Dricus Du Plessis is “Most Dangerous Fight to Date”
By Kelsey Mowatt
Robert Whittaker is a heavy favorite to record another victory this Saturday at UFC 290. But, the former middleweight champ insists the worst thing he could do, would be to underestimate his opponent, Dricus Du Plessis.
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Israel Adesanya Outlines Why There’s a “70%” Chance Robert Whittaker Beats Dricus du Plessis
By FCF Staff
Israel Adesanya has made it clear he wants to fight Dricus du Plessis. But, the UFC middleweight champ believes his perennial foe, Robert Whittaker, could sidetrack that hope.
Du Plessis is booked to face Whittaker at UFC 290, which… Read More
“Upset” Robert Whittaker Comments on Paulo Costa Fight Falling Through
By FCF Staff
Following the news that Paulo Costa will not fight Robert Whittaker at UFC 284, the latter has posted a video statement, in which he shared he’s not happy about the development.
The UFC was hoping to have… Read More
Report: Paulo Costa – Robert Whittaker Bout Off UFC 284
By FCF Staff
A pivotal, middleweight fight between Paulo Costa (14-2) and former champ, Robert Whittaker (24-6), will reportedly not be part of UFC 284.
The fight had been expected to take place at the UFC’s February 11th card in… Read More
Marvin Vettori versus Robert Whittaker set for September clash in Paris
By FCF Staff
The UFC officially announced Marvin Vettori versus Robert Whittaker is set for their September 3rd event. Bout will be contested at middleweight(185). Location will be at the Accor Arena in Paris, France.
Both fighters are looking to… Read More
Robert Whittaker: “No Other Fight That Makes Sense” Except Israel Adesanya Rematch
By FCF Staff
After recording an impressive win over Kelvin Gastelum on Saturday, and extending his winning streak to three, Robert Whittaker’s made it clear he wants a title shot.
The former middleweight champ took on Gastelum in the headliner… Read More
UFC Vegas 24: Robert Whittaker Cruises to Win Over Kelvin Gastelum
By FCF Staff
Here are the results from UFC Vegas 24, which saw Robert Whittaker record a clear cut win over Kelvin Gastelum.
The former middleweight champ faced Gastelum in the card’s headliner, and he out struck and out wrestled… Read More
Robert Whittaker vs Kelvin Gastelum | Fight Trailer | UFC Vegas 24
UFC Vegas 24 Free Fight: Robert Whittaker vs Jared Cannonier
Report: Kelvin Gastelum Stepping in to Fight Robert Whittaker
By FCF Staff
It hasn’t taken the UFC long to find a new opponent for Robert Whittaker, as it’s being reported Kelvin Gastelum has agreed to fight the former champ, April 17th.
Whittaker was originally scheduled to fight Paulo Costa… Read More
Report: Paulo Costa Withdrawing From April 17th Fight With Robert Whittaker
By FCF Staff
It looks like the UFC is going to have to find a new main event for its April 17th card, as it’s being reported that Paulo Costa cannot compete due to illness.
Costa was scheduled to fight… Read More
UFC Finalizing Robert Whittaker – Paulo Costa Bout
By FCF Staff
The UFC is close to booking a pivotal middleweight bout, as it’s being reported that a bout between former champ Robert Whittaker and Paulo Costa is nearly finalized.
UFC officials have informed ESPN that the fight is… Read More
Manager Campaigns For Paulo Costa – Robert Whittaker Interim Title Fight
By FCF Staff
Now that middleweight champion Israel Adesanya is set to battle light heavyweight champ Jan Blachowicz, Paulo Costa’s manager is calling on the UFC to put up an interim belt.
In addition, Costa’s manager, Wallid Ismail, believes Costa… Read More
Jared Cannonier Says he Broke Arm Early on Into Robert Whittaker Fight
By FCF Staff
After having his three-fight winning streak ended by Robert Whittaker at UFC 254, Jared Cannonier is reporting he injured his arm shortly into their bout.
Cannonier faced the former middleweight champion in the co-headliner of the event,… Read More