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UFC 308 | Pro fighters make their picks for Robert Whittaker vs Khamzat Chimaev
Cole Shelton - October 24, 2024
In the co-main event of UFC 308, a pivotal middleweight bout goes down as Robert Whittaker takes on Khamzat Chimaev. Heading into the bout, Whittaker is a +200 underdog while the undefeated fighter is a -265 favorite on FanDuel. Ahead of the scrap, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their predictions for the pivotal middleweight fight. The pros believe Whittaker will be able to pull off the upset as they think he can drag the fight into the later rounds and get the win.
Israel Adesanya predicts Robert Whittaker vs. Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 308
Curtis Calhoun - October 23, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya isn’t expecting Robert Whittaker vs. Khamzat Chimaev to go the full distance at UFC 308. Whittaker and Chimaev battle in a potential No. 1 contender fight at UFC 308 this Saturday in Abu Dhabi. The co-main event is one of the most anticipated co-headliners in recent memory based on the decorated runs of both stars.
Robert Whittaker says he's "coming for war" against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 308: "Hardest fight of my life"
Cole Shelton - October 23, 2024
Robert Whittaker is expecting a war against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 308. Whittaker and Chimaev are rebooked to fight in a pivotal fight at middleweight with the winner likely getting a title shot. It’s an intriguing matchup and one that Whittaker knows will be a tough out for him.
Max Holloway predicts Robert Whittaker vs. Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 308
Curtis Calhoun - October 22, 2024
BMF titleholder Max Holloway has an interesting prediction for how the UFC 308 co-main event will play out between Robert Whittaker and Khamzat Chimaev. Holloway will face UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria at UFC 308 on Saturday in Abu Dhabi. He returns to the featherweight division after knocking out Justin Gaethje at UFC 300 in April.
Robert Whittaker says it's title shot or bust if he defeats Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 308
Fernando Quiles - September 9, 2024
Robert Whittaker is adamant that a win over Khamzat Chimaev gets him another UFC middleweight title opportunity. Whittaker and Chimaev will be going one-on-one during the UFC 308 pay-per-view event in Abu Dhabi. There has been much talk over the stakes of this matchup, with many believing Khamzat will be granted a title shot if he wins, but what if “The Reaper” emerges victorious?
Robert Whittaker spars with boxing champion Jai Opetaia: "He’s one of the best in the world"
Fernando Quiles - September 8, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker is in awe after sparring with IBF cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia. Whittaker and Opetaia have pivotal matchups coming up in their respective combat sports. “The Reaper” will be taking on Khamzat Chimaev on October 26th. Just two weeks earlier, Opetaia will be putting his boxing gold at stake against Jack Massey on October 12.
Robert Whittaker's manager reveals Sean Strickland rejected UFC 305 clash: "We said absolutely!"
Josh Evanoff - September 6, 2024
Former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker nearly fought Sean Strickland at UFC 305. For his part, ‘The Reaper’ has been out of the cage since a first-round knockout win over Ikram Aliskerov in June. As many likely remember, Robert Whittaker was originally set to face Khamzat Chimaev in Saudi Arabia. However, ‘Borz’ was forced out on a week’s notice due to illness. Following the win, Whittaker called to re-book the fight with Chimaev.
Robert Whittaker details "Superpower" Dricus du Plessis uses to fuel his UFC success
Curtis Calhoun - September 6, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker believes one aspect of Dricus du Plessis’s skillset has fueled his rise to the world title. Whittaker will face the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev in the UFC 308 co-main event on October 26th in Abu Dhabi. The card is headlined by a UFC featherweight title clash between Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway.
Robert Whittaker warns Alex Pereira against potential Dricus du Plessis middleweight clash
Curtis Calhoun - August 26, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker believes Alex Pereira would fall well short of the bar in a potential clash with Dricus du Plessis at 185lbs. Whittaker will face Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi in his middleweight return. He and Chimaev were scheduled to headline UFC Saudi Arabia earlier this year before Chimaev withdrew due to an illness.
Robert Whittaker claims he now knows what he "needs to do to beat" Dricus Du Plessis after UFC 305
Cole Shelton - August 21, 2024
Robert Whittaker believes he has the blueprint to beating Dricus Du Plessis after UFC 305. Whittaker and Du Plessis fought back in July of 2023 at UFC 290 and it was the South African who won by second-round stoppage. Since then, Whittaker has won back-to-back fights while Du Plessis has become the middleweight champion and coming off a submission win over Israel Adesanya to defend his belt for the first time.
Former UFC champion Robert Whittaker shares timeline for eventual MMA retirement: “Have a solid crack at something else”
Harry Kettle - August 14, 2024
UFC icon Robert Whittaker has shared his timeline for an eventual retirement from mixed martial arts. Over the course of the last 5-10 years, Robert Whittaker has cemented his legacy as a true fan favorite. The former UFC middleweight champion has done some incredible things in the sport of MMA and at the age of 33, he’s still going strong.
Robert Whittaker shares prediction for Dricus Du Plessis vs. Israel Adesanya at UFC 305
Cole Shelton - August 12, 2024
Robert Whittaker believes the middleweight title fight between Dricus Du Plessis and Israel Adesanya at UFC 305 is truly 50-50. Du Plessis is looking to defend his middleweight title for the first time when he takes on the division’s former champ in Adesanya. It’s an intriguing matchup that the oddsmakers have ‘Stylebender’ as a slight favorite in.
Jack Della Maddalena shares interesting reaction after Robert Whittaker vs. Khamzat Chimaev is rebooked for UFC 308: “Chimaev loves steroids”
Harry Kettle - August 5, 2024
Jack Della Maddalena has made quite the accusation following the announcement of Robert Whittaker vs Khamzat Chimaev. As announced by Dana White, Robert Whittaker vs Khamzat Chimaev has been officially rebooked. It’s set to take place at UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi, as Chimaev attempts to make a big statement in the middleweight division. Whittaker, meanwhile, continues to take on any challenge that comes his way.
UFC champion Dricus du Plessis shares his prediction for potential Robert Whittaker vs. Sean Strickland fight
Harry Kettle - August 1, 2024
UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis has given his thoughts on a possible Robert Whittaker vs Sean Strickland fight. As we know, Dricus du Plessis will defend his UFC middleweight championship against Israel Adesanya at UFC 305. Beyond that, though, there’s some uncertainty regarding who the next challenger will be. Some believe it should be Robert Whittaker, and others think it should be Sean Strickland.
Sean Strickland rips the idea of Robert Whittaker getting another title shot: "Bro you're 0-3..."
Curtis Calhoun - July 9, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland won’t be happy if Robert Whittaker skips the line and gets the next title shot. UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis will face former titleholder Israel Adesanya in the UFC 305 main event next month. Strickland and Whittaker are waiting in the wings for the winner of the upcoming title fight.
Dricus du Plessis wants to see a title eliminator bout between Sean Strickland and Robert Whittaker booked next
Harry Kettle - July 4, 2024
UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis wants to see Sean Strickland and Robert Whittaker square off in their next bout. As we know, Dricus du Plessis is set to defend his UFC middleweight championship against Israel Adesanya at UFC 305. It will serve as the culmination of a long-running feud between the two, as du Plessis attempts to cement himself as the top guy at 185 pounds.
Robert Whittaker responds to Khamzat Chimaev’s “see you soon” message: “Where? You can’t get into any country”
Susan Cox - June 26, 2024
Robert Whittaker is responding to Khamzat Chimaev’s ‘see you soon’ message. It was to be Robert Whittaker (26-7 MMA) vs. the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev (13-0 MMA) in a bout last weekend at UFC Saudi Arabia. However, ‘Borz’ unfortunately had to withdraw due to illness. Ikram Aliskerov stepped in to fill Chimaev’s place and Whittaker defeated him by KO in the first round last Saturday night (see that here).
Sean Strickland dismisses possible Robert Whittaker clash after UFC Saudi Arabia: "I will wait"
Curtis Calhoun - June 25, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland has no plans to face Robert Whittaker as he waits for another title shot. Strickland is fresh off a split decision victory over former title challenger Paulo Costa at UFC 302 earlier this month. He got back in the win column after losing the middleweight title in his first defense at UFC 297.