Israel Adesanya gets back up for Dricus Du Plessis fight
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In a battle of Africans, at UFC 305 Israel Adesanya to face Dricus du Plessis for the Middleweight title.

Israel Adesanya gets back up for Dricus Du Plessis fight

Tosin Abayomi 20:35 - 24.06.2024

Robert Whittaker is set to be the back up for UFC 305 between Israel Adesanya and Dricus Du Plessis.

Now that the UFC's maiden tour of Saudi Arabia is complete, Robert Whittaker showed everyone why he is one of the greatest.

When the former champion unexpectedly faced Ikram Aliskerov, a number of analysts saw that the boxer from Dagestan would possibly surprise The Reaper.

Nevertheless, Whittaker ultimately emerged victorious as his abilities proved to be too much for the new UFC fighter to handle.

Whittaker has demonstrated once more that he is far from done and will soon be eligible for a title opportunity.

Robert Whittaker is set to be the back up for UFC 305 between Israel Adesanya and Dricus Du Plessis.
Robert Whittaker is set to be the back up for UFC 305 between Israel Adesanya and Dricus Du Plessis.

The former champion now has his sights set on UFC 305 following his decisive victory.

Robert Whittaker as backup for Israel Adesanya vs Dricus Du Plessis

In his post-fight interview, he expressed his thoughts overall.

Robert Whittaker is set to be the back up for UFC 305 between Israel Adesanya and Dricus Du Plessis.
Robert Whittaker is set to be the back up for UFC 305 between Israel Adesanya and Dricus Du Plessis.

When Robert Whittaker, 32, stepped into the Octagon in Saudi Arabia, he appeared to be in peak condition.

He is currently very much in the running for the title after his last two outings.

His next objective is Perth, where Israel Adesanya and Dricus Du Plessis will be vying for the title at UFC 305.

Robert Whittaker is set to be the back up for UFC 305 between Israel Adesanya and Dricus Du Plessis.
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Whittaker has expressed interest in competing at the event as a backup fighter.

The former champion believes he is the best in the division and has always been outspoken about his abilities.

Robert Whittaker is set to be the back up for UFC 305 between Israel Adesanya and Dricus Du Plessis.
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Whittaker went on to state that he is in excellent fighting shape and is ready to travel to Perth for the next match.

It will be fascinating to watch if he shows up for the event in his hometown from this point on.

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