Reinier de Ridder open to Whittaker rematch at light heavyweight, targets summer return

Reinier de Ridder has stated he is open to the possibility of a rematch with Robert Whittaker at light heavyweight, though he would prefer to face a different opponent for his debut in the weight class. The former middleweight contender confirmed that his next fight is scheduled to take place this summer. De Ridder clarified that he does not see a rematch with Whittaker as necessary at this moment. The fighter appears to be planning a move up in weight while keeping his options open for potential matchups.