Reinier de Ridder Open to Robert Whittaker Rematch at Light Heavyweight

Reinier de Ridder has not ruled out a rematch with Robert Whittaker at light heavyweight, though he prefers to face a different opponent in his UFC debut. De Ridder also revealed that his next fight is scheduled for this summer. The Dutch fighter, who formerly held titles in ONE Championship, lost to Whittaker by submission in ONE Championship in 2023. De Ridder has since signed with the UFC and will be moving up to light heavyweight for his promotional debut. His willingness to eventually rematch Whittaker suggests unfinished business between the two.