Reinier de Ridder open to Robert Whittaker rematch at light heavyweight

Reinier de Ridder has stated he is open to a rematch with Robert Whittaker at light heavyweight, though he would prefer to face a different opponent in his debut at the higher weight class. De Ridder revealed that his next fight is scheduled for the summer. The Dutch fighter did not specify which opponent he would prefer for his light heavyweight debut. A rematch with Whittaker remains a possibility but is not De Ridder's immediate priority. The timeframe suggests fans can expect to see him compete in the coming months.