Former Champion Whittaker Battles to Return to Winning Ways Against Fearless Contender De Ridder at Etihad Arena on July 26 The UFC returns to the UAE capital with an electric middleweight showdown as Robert Whittaker, the former UFC middleweight champion, takes on the rising star Reinier de Ridder at Etihad Arena on Yas Island on July 26, 2025. This high-stakes battle is set to make waves in the UFC’s highly competitive middleweight division, and fans can expect fireworks from two of the most skilled fighters in the sport today. Robert Whittaker: The Resilient Former Champion Robert Whittaker (27-8-0), fighting out … Continue reading Robert Whittaker Faces Rising Star Reinier de Ridder in Epic UFC Abu Dhabi Middleweight Showdown