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Robert Whittaker Wins 205 lbs Debut Against Nikita Krylov

2026-07-13 · Robert Whittaker · Player Focus

Robert Whittaker defeated Nikita Krylov via third-round TKO at UFC 329.

This marked Whittaker's successful debut at light heavyweight.

Dana White, the UFC president, commented on Whittaker's performance.

White said Whittaker looked "damn good" against Krylov.

Whittaker's win should jump him into the top-15 rankings at 205 lbs.

This is a significant move for the Australian fighter.

One potential opponent could be the winner of the UFC Belgrade fight between Jan Blachowicz and Bogdan Guskov.

This fight is scheduled to take place on August 1.

Whittaker's light heavyweight debut was a success.

He hurt Krylov with heavy strikes, winning via third-round TKO.

Dana White reacted to Whittaker's debut, saying he knows his body better than White does.

Whittaker has been around the UFC for 14 years, fighting at welterweight and middleweight.

There were suggestions that Krylov had broken his jaw against Whittaker.

However, White confirmed that this was not the case.

Whittaker's next fight could be against Alonzo Menifield.

Menifield is ranked in the top 15 and is a longtime veteran of the Octagon.

The fight between Whittaker and Krylov took place at UFC 329.

It was a successful debut for Whittaker at light heavyweight.

Whittaker moved up to light heavyweight at age 35.

He did this to give himself another life in the sport after struggling with weight cuts.

Whittaker's win over Krylov was impressive.

He is now a contender in the light heavyweight division.

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