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Robert Whittaker's First Light Heavyweight Face-Off Raises Fan Concerns ...
Whittaker says the move follows a difficult stretch and a family-centered reset as he seeks to prove he can still compete among the elite.
- Former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker makes his light heavyweight debut against Nikita Krylov at UFC 329 on Sunday, July 12, 2026, stepping into the 205-pound division.
- Whittaker believes this move marks a new career phase after a difficult spell in recent years, insisting the 36-fight veteran has the size to compete at light heavyweight.
- Concerns regarding a size disadvantage have emerged; former 185-pound titleholder Michael Bisping posted "Big size difference," while UFC Stats reports Whittaker has a 73-inch reach versus Krylov's 77-inch reach.
- Addressing the matchup, Whittaker said, "I plan to be patient, wait for my time, wait for my moments and capitalise on them," emphasizing his composure.
- Despite the intrigue surrounding his light heavyweight potential, the former champion intends to wrap up his career in the near future and refuses to look past Krylov.
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Dana White Comments on Robert Whittaker's 205 lbs Debut
UFC president Dana White commented about Robert Whittaker’s successful 205 lbs debut against Nikita Krylov at UFC 329. After spending the first 14 years of his UFC career fighting at welterweight and middleweight, Whittaker moved up to light heavyweight at age 35 to give himself another life in the sport after sapping himself by cutting […] The post Dana White Comments on Robert Whittaker’s 205 lbs Debut appeared first on HEAVY.
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Whittaker shatters opponent's jaw
Aussie fighter Robert Whittaker beats Nikita Krylov by breakng his jaw with a brutal lunch in the UFC.
·North Sydney, Australia
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