Robert Whittaker Moves to Light Heavyweight, Seeks Stern Test

Robert Whittaker is set to make his light heavyweight debut, moving up from middleweight after a successful career.

Whittaker, 35, has a record of 26-9 MMA, 17-7 UFC, and is looking for a tough test in his first fight at 205 pounds.

UFC play-by-play man Brendan Fitzgerald suggests Khalil Rountree Jr as a potential opponent.

Rountree Jr has had success at 205 pounds and is a former middleweight, making him a good matchup for Whittaker.

Fitzgerald told MMA Junkie that Rountree Jr would be a great test for Whittaker, given his experience in the division.

Beating Rountree Jr would give Whittaker a big opportunity to make a splash in the light heavyweight division.

The division is currently in a state of chaos, with new champion Carlos Ulberg sidelined with an ACL tear.

Whittaker's move up to light heavyweight seems well-timed, with many contenders unavailable or injured.

Fitzgerald believes that Whittaker vs Rountree Jr would inject some life into the division.

Whittaker won "The Ultimate Fighter" reality series at welterweight in December 2012.

He moved up to middleweight after six octagon appearances and went on to become champion and a perennial contender.

At 35, Whittaker is set to enter a new stage in his career, and his debut opponent and date have not been announced.

Fitzgerald wants to see Whittaker get a stern test in his light heavyweight debut.

Whittaker's record speaks for itself, with 26 wins and 9 losses in his MMA career.

He has been a dominant force in the middleweight division and is now looking to make a similar impact at 205 pounds.

The light heavyweight division is ready for a new challenger, and Whittaker is eager to take on the best.

Fitzgerald's suggestion of Rountree Jr as an opponent is an interesting one, given the latter's experience in the division.

Rountree Jr has a record of 14-7 MMA, 10-7 UFC, and has had success at 205 pounds.

A fight between Whittaker and Rountree Jr would be a great test for both men, and would likely be an exciting matchup.

The UFC is always looking for new and exciting matchups, and Whittaker vs Rountree Jr would fit the bill.

Whittaker's move up to light heavyweight is a significant one, and his debut fight will be closely watched.

He has a lot to prove in his new division, but his record and experience suggest that he will be a force to be reckoned with.

Fitzgerald's comments suggest that Whittaker is ready for a tough test, and that Rountree Jr would be a great opponent.

The stage is set for an exciting debut for Whittaker in the light heavyweight division.