Robert Whittaker reserving himself for UFC Sydney, eyes Jan Blachowicz
UFC fighter Robert Whittaker is planning his next bout for a potential UFC event in Sydney, Australia, in early 2027. He has expressed interest in a matchup against former light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz.
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Robert Whittaker has mapped out his plans for his next UFC fight.
Whittaker made good on his light heavyweight debut when he finished Nikita Krylov at UFC 329 . With the UFC having headed to Sydney, Australia in February for the past two years, Whittaker sees that as a good timeline for his return – should that be the case for 2027.
Former UFC middleweight champion Whittaker (27-9 MMA, 18-7 UFC) hasn't fought in his hometown of Sydney since finishing Clint Hester in 2014.
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