A match between former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker and Reinier de Ridder is scheduled for July 26 at a UFC event in Abu Dhabi (UAE).
Robert Whittaker last entered the octagon in October 2024 at UFC 308, where he lost by submission to Khamzat Chimaev in the first round. His career record stands at 26 wins and eight losses.
Reinier de Ridder most recently fought on May 4 at UFC on ESPN 67, securing a technical knockout victory over Bo Nickal in the second round. His record features 20 wins and two losses.
