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UFC Fight Night Results: Reinier De Ridder Edges Out Narrow Split Decision over Robert Whittaker in Tough Bout

  • In a tightly contested UFC main event, Reinier de Ridder defeated Robert Whittaker via split decision scored 48-47, 48-47 and 47-48 at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
  • Known as 'The Reaper', Reinier de Ridder entered with a redemption mission after his submission loss to Khamzat Chimaev last year, facing Robert Whittaker who was on a two-fight skid.
  • Judges Mike Bell, Ben Cartlidge and David Lethaby delivered a split decision, with all three scoring pivotal fourth rounds for their picks.
  • With the victory, Reinier de Ridder extended his undefeated UFC streak to four fights, strengthening his case for a future title shot.
  • After the fight, de Ridder suggested his next opponent could be the UFC 319 championship winner, and said `I want to finish a guy in the first round`.
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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.

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Bloody Elbow broke the news in on Saturday, July 26, 2025.
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