Robert Whittaker News
Robert Whittaker explains why Khamzat Chimaev is a “terrible fight” for Colby Covington
Harry Kettle - November 1, 2022
Rober Whittaker has explained why he thinks Khamzat Chimaev would be a bad fight for Colby Covington. After initially teasing a permanent move up to middleweight, it appears as if Khamzat Chimaev has changed his mind. Now, ‘Borz’ has his sights set on finally claiming the UFC welterweight championship.
Robert Whittaker vs. Paulo Costa added to UFC 284 in Australia
Josh Evanoff - October 20, 2022
Ranked middleweights will collide during the UFC’s return to Australia. UFC 284 is currently set to head back to Australia next February. The pay-per-view card is set to take place at the RAC Arena in Perth, and it’ll be the promotion’s first trip back to the country in three years. The last card was headlined by Robert Whittaker vs. Israel Adesanya in October 2019.
Robert Whittaker explains what makes him more dangerous than UFC Middleweight Champion Israel Adesanya
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 25, 2022
Robert Whittaker believes he is more dangerous than anyone at 185 pounds, including UFC Middleweight Champion Israel Adesanya. Whittaker is one of the top 185-pounders in the world. He is a former UFC Middleweight Champion and has only been beaten by Adesanya in the 185-pound division. With that said, Adesanya has beaten “The Reaper” twice.
Robert Whittaker shares the attribute that could earn Marvin Vettori a UFC title
Harry Kettle - September 20, 2022
Robert Whittaker has explained the trait Marvin Vettori has that could help him win a UFC world title one day. Back at UFC Paris earlier this month, Robert Whittaker proved that he’s just a class above Marvin Vettori right now with a comprehensive unanimous decision win in the French capital. It served as just his third UFC defeat in the last four years, with the previous two coming to current champion Israel Adesanya.
Khamzat Chimaev explains why he’s not really interested in fighting Robert Whittaker next
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 11, 2022
Don’t expect Khamzat Chimaev to take on Robert Whittaker anytime soon. Chimaev was at the center of controversy going into UFC 279. He was expected to go one-on-one with Nate Diaz inside the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, on September 10. That plan went awry as Chimaev missed weight, which led to the main card being reshuffled.
Robert Whittaker reiterates that he's the most dangerous fighter at middleweight: "I don't just come to the fight to win, I come to break my opponents"
Josh Evanoff - September 7, 2022
UFC middleweight Robert Whittaker believes he’s the most dangerous man at 185-pounds. ‘The Reaper’ is fresh off his co-main event outing with Marvin Vettori at UFC France. Last Saturday night, Whittaker scored a dominant decision victory over the Italian contender. The win was the former champion’s fourth in his last five contests.
Marvin Vettori undeterred by recent loss to Robert Whittaker, vows he will still become UFC champion: “I promise you that”
Harry Kettle - September 6, 2022
Marvin Vettori has posted a defiant message in the wake of his middleweight defeat to Robert Whittaker at UFC Paris. Last Saturday night, the UFC visited the French capital for the first time since the sport of mixed martial arts became legal in the country back in 2020. The event proved to be an overwhelming success and in the co-main event, Robert Whittaker once again proved why he’s one of the best fighters on the planet by putting on a masterclass to defeat Marvin Vettori and maintain his position as the second best 185-pounder in the world.
Robert Whittaker downplays criticism of Israel Adesanya's recent fights: "I'm pretty sure he's paid to win"
Josh Evanoff - September 5, 2022
Robert Whittaker doesn’t believe criticism leveled at UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya is fair. ‘The Reaper’ is fresh off his fight over Marvin Vettori at UFC Paris last Saturday. Whittaker outpointed the Italian fighter over the course of their three-round co-main event. The 31-year-old secured a unanimous decision victory, his fourth win in his last five contests.
Robert Whittaker discusses his "next move" after defeating Marvin Vettori at UFC Paris: "I still think I’m the most dangerous man in the division"
Chris Taylor - September 3, 2022
Robert Whittaker is still hunting the chance to “gobble up that gold” after defeating Marvin Vettori in the co-main event of UFC Paris. Whittaker (24-6 MMA) had entered tonight’s contest looking to rebound, this after suffering his second career defeat to Israel Adesanya in his most previous effort at February’s UFC 271 event. Prior to that setback ‘The Reaper’ had strung together three straight unanimous decision wins over opponents Darren Till, Jared Cannonier and Kelvin Gastelum.
Marvin Vettori reacts following loss to Robert Whittaker at UFC Paris
Chris Taylor - September 3, 2022
Former middleweight title challenger Marvin Vettori has reacted after suffering a decision loss to Robert Whittaker at UFC Paris. Vettori (18-6-1 MMA) had entered today’s co-main event with hopes of building on his unanimous decision victory over Paulo Costa at UFC Vegas 41. Prior to that win, ‘The Italian Dream’ was reeling from his second career loss to reigning middleweight champion Israel Adesanya at UFC 263.
UFC Paris Bonus Report: Gane vs. Tuivasa earns FOTN
Chris Taylor - September 3, 2022
The Octagon was in France for today’s UFC Paris event, a twelve-bout fight card headlined by Ciryl Gane vs. Tai Tuivasa. Tonight’s heavyweight main event proved to be a wild back and forth affair. Ciryl Gane got off to a strong start in the contest landing numerous good jabs and low kicks in the opening round. However, in round two, Tai Tuivasa was able to find a home for one of his power shots that sent the former interim title holder crashing to the canvas. The Frenchman was able to recover from the big blow and went on to hurt Tuivasa with body kicks later on in the second frame. Then, in round three, Gane put Tuivasa away for good courtesy of a nasty uppercut and then some hammer fists.
Pros react after Robert Whittaker defeats Marvin Vettori at UFC Paris
Chris Taylor - September 3, 2022
Today’s UFC Paris event was co-headlined by a key middleweight matchup featuring former champion Robert Whittaker taking on Marvin Vettori. Whittaker (24-6 MMA) had entered the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering his second career defeat to Israel Adesanya in his previous effort at February’s UFC 271 event. Prior to that setback ‘The Reaper’ had put together three straight unanimous decision wins over opponents Darren Till, Jared Cannonier and Kelvin Gastelum.
UFC Paris: ‘Gane vs. Tuivasa’ Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - September 2, 2022
The Octagon heads to France for today’s UFC Paris event, a twelve-bout fight card headlined by Ciryl Gane vs. Tai Tuivasa. Gane (10-1 MMA) will enter the contest looking to rebound from his first career loss as a professional. The Frenchman was defeated by Francis Ngannou at UFC 270 in a bout for the promotions undisputed heavyweight title. Prior to that setback, ‘Bon Ton’ had gone a perfect 7-0 inside of the Octagon.
Robert Whittaker believes Marvin Vettori is underestimating his abilities ahead of UFC Paris: "I’m going to hit him too much"
Cole Shelton - September 1, 2022
Robert Whittaker thinks Marvin Vettori is underestimating just how good he is. Whittaker and Vettori are set to meet in the co-main event of UFC Paris in an intriguing matchup. Both seem to be out of the title picture for the time being given they are both 0-2 against Israel Adesanya. However, if they continue to win they could earn another crack at the belt if Adesanya remains the champ.
Pro fighters make their picks for Robert Whittaker vs. Marvin Vettori
Cole Shelton - September 1, 2022
In the co-main event of UFC Paris, a pivotal middleweight bout goes down as Robert Whittaker takes on Marvin Vettori. Heading into the fight, Whittaker is a -250 favorite while the Italian is a +190 underdog. Heading into the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to pro fighters to get their prediction for the scrap. The pros believe Whittaker is the more well-rounded fighter and will get the job done, likely by decision.
Robert Whittaker says he's "just coming into my prime” ahead of Marvin Vettori fight at UFC Paris: "I have the best fights ahead of me"
Cole Shelton - August 31, 2022
Robert Whittaker thinks he’s just getting into his prime ahead of his UFC Paris co-main event fight against Marvin Vettori. Although Whittaker is a former UFC champion and has been in the promotion since 2012, he is just 31-years-old so he thinks he has a lot more to give. With that, he believes his best performances are still ahead of him.
Robert Whittaker is contemplating a move up to light heavyweight: “I’ve been thinking about 205 a fair bit”
Susan Cox - August 29, 2022
Robert Whittaker is contemplating a move up to light heavyweight. The 31 year old Australian entered into the UFC as a welterweight back in 2012. In 2014, Whittaker moved up to the middleweight division.
Robert Whittaker believes gloves could play a big factor in expected Israel Adesanya vs Alex Pereira fight: “I guess a big thing’s gonna be how Alex takes shots”
Harry Kettle - July 15, 2022
Robert Whittaker has explained how the gloves could play a factor if Israel Adesanya battles Alex Pereira in the UFC. On the previous two occasions that Alex Pereira and Israel Adesanya fought one another, it was ‘Poatan’ who was able to get the better of ‘The Last Stylebender’. On one occasion he won via decision and on the other, he knocked Adesanya out cold – with both contests coming in the world of kickboxing.