Fighter details| Name | Robert Whittaker |
| Nickname | The Reaper / Bobby Knuckles |
| Current streak (last 5) |
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| Date of birth | Dec 20, 1990 (35 years old) |
| Weight class | Middleweight |
| Organization | UFC |
| Personal links | Instagram X |
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Fighter bioRobert Whittaker – General Profile
Robert John Whittaker, nicknamed "The Reaper," is an Australian professional mixed martial artist and former UFC Middleweight Champion. Born December 20, 1990, in Auckland, New Zealand, he represents Sydney, Australia and competes out of Gracie Jiu‑Jitsu Smeaton Grange. Standing 6'0″ (185 lb), he is respected for his accuracy striking, fight IQ, and well-rounded skill set. As of mid‑2025, he is ranked #5 in the UFC middleweight division.
MMA Career
Fighting Style
Primarily a striker with strong pressure and technical boxing, complemented by black belts in BJJ, Hapkido, and Goju-ryu Karate. Known for controlling distance, landing crisp combinations, using leg kicks, and clutch takedowns when needed. His wrestling-driven jiu-jitsu underpins his octagon control.
Recent Developments
Following the loss to Chimaev, Whittaker shattered several teeth under the submission pressure. He underwent dental surgery to restore his bite.
Whittaker is scheduled to fight rising star Reinier de Ridder in the main event of UFC Abu Dhabi on July 26, 2025—a bout he views as potentially his final run in the middleweight division.
He has also hinted that he might move up to light heavyweight after this fight before deciding on retirement.
Personal Background
An Australian national team freestyle wrestler with a decorated grappling background, Whittaker transitioned smoothly to MMA. He was the first Australian to win a UFC championship and remains the most successful. Outside fighting, he is known for his disciplined training and athleticism.
Fights
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| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Randy Couture The Natural | 19-11 |
| Chad Mendes Money | 18-5 |
| Costas Philippou | 13-5 |
| Ricardo Almeida Big Dog | 13-5 |
| Travis Browne Hapa | 18-7 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Nariman Abbasov | 28-5 |
| Ludwing Salazar El Perro | 24-21 |
| Bill Mahood The Butcher | 20-7 |
| Jared Papazian The Jackhammer | 20-14 |
| Sam Sicilia | 18-11 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Renato Carneiro Money Moicano | 20-7 |
| Mauricio Ruffy | 12-2 |
| Vinicius Oliveira Lok Dog | 23-3 |
| Josh Barnett The Warmaster | 35-8 |
| Diego Lopes | 27-7 |
| Jairzinho Rozenstruik Bigi Boy | 15-6 |
| Charles Oliveira do Bronx | 36-11 |
| Deiveson Figueiredo Daico / Deus da Guerra | 25-6 |
| Frankie Edgar The Answer | 24-11 |
| Ketlen Vieira Fenomeno | 15-5 |
| Fighter | Record |
|---|---|
| Gerald Meerschaert GM3 | 37-21 |
| Nursulton Ruziboev Black | 36-9 |
| Wanderlei Silva The Axe Murderer | 35-14 |
| Anderson Silva The Spider | 34-11 |
| Hector Lombard Lightning | 34-11 |
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