Robert Whittaker wants to face former UFC champion in June

Robert Whittaker wants to face a fighter in June who, like him, has also been a UFC champion in the past.

Robert Whittaker is slowly recovering from his loss to Khamzat Khimaev. The Australian even has a joint sparring session with Israel Adesanya. Nevertheless, Whittaker does not look forward to a quick return to the UFC octagon.

Robert Whittaker has planned everything carefully, and most importantly, he has his eye on a specific rival. Reaper told about it in the podcast On Paper with Anthony Smith. Robert Whittaker wants to face the American former middleweight champion.

– I think Sean Strickland. There are adequate arguments to make our duel now. It’s a bit like we’re swimming in the same pond over and over again, and for some unknown reason we’re not matched up against each other.

– On the other hand, we have been in sight for a long time, so this is the most likely fight to be put together. It excites me very much. I see his fighting style and I’m just intrigued. He’s a tough guy, but I’m proud of my range of skills and believe in myself.

Robert Whittaker has hinted at an ideal date for a bout with Sean Strickland. The fighter, who has been fighting in the UFC for thirteen years, wants to return to competition in early summer.

– I have been working on a few things lately, adding some techniques to my rich arsenal. I want to return to the octagon in June. I know that this will give me adequate time not only to prepare properly, but also to approach the camp calmly and polish my skills accordingly. I want to be as prepared as possible and enter the cage in perfect condition.