Reinier de Ridder open to Whittaker rematch, targets summer return

Reinier de Ridder has stated he is open to a potential rematch with Robert Whittaker at light heavyweight, though he prefers to face a different opponent for his UFC debut. De Ridder confirmed his next fight is scheduled for the summer. He explicitly noted that a rematch with Whittaker is not needed at this time. The Dutch fighter is weighing his options as he prepares for his promotional debut.