Within the aftermath of an explosive performance at UFC Saudi Arabia, an MMA legend has claimed Robert Whittaker doesn’t receive the respect his spectacular profession deserves.
The Australian produced an epic victory on Saturday evening to propel himself right back into the middleweight title picture.
Daniel Cormier believes Robert Whittaker is underappreciated
After sacrificing blood, sweat and tears within the gym, in preparation for Khamzat Chimaev, Robert Whittaker received the news that the Swedish sensation had fallen ailing and thus wouldn’t have the option to make that all-important walk to the cage.
Consequently, the UFC drafted in dangerous Dagestani, Ikram Aliskerov, forcing the Aussie to disregard the work he’d done throughout training camp and adapt his tactics to a brand new opponent.
Showcasing remarkable professionalism, ‘Bobby Knuckles’ walked to the cage and performed as if he’d been studying the Russian for years. After quickly downloading the information, Whittaker unleashed a thunderous right hand followed by a devastating uppercut to send his opponent spiraling toward the canvas.
The attractive display of mixed martial arts reminded the world exactly what he’s able to, with many keen to see ‘The Reaper’ receive his shot at redemption against UFC 305 headliners, Dricus Du Plessis and Israel Adesanya.
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During his profession, the favored fighter has shied away from verbal exchanges, selecting as a substitute to do his talking within the cage. And maybe that’s why he’s not held within the regard purists think he needs to be. But Daniel Cormier is insistent that fans across the globe, ought to begin putting some respect on the previous champion’s name.
In a video he posted to his YouTube channel, ‘DC’ explained: “There are quite a few the explanation why you’d say ‘no’, but Robert Whittaker, he just doesn’t say ‘no’. Tonight, he showed why he has long been among the finest middleweights on this planet.
“A number of times, boisterous fighters and other people who talk so much, they get a lot respect on this planet of fighting. In point of fact, a man like Robert Whittaker needs to be the one getting the last word respect.
“I do know that he’s beloved by so many, but I still feel that truthfully, Robert Whittaker is underrated. I don’t think he gets the credit that he deserves for what he does.
“It is a man that has two wins over Yoel Romero. This man has fought Israel Adesanya twice. This man has beaten Derek Brunson. He has beaten so many great fighters. On his title run, he was one of the best. In the event you are talking a few guy who truly does live the martial artist lifestyle, you’re speaking about Rob.”
With legends like Cormier singing his praises and a military of fans behind him, Whittaker is greater than able to reclaim his championship belt.
Robert Whittaker wants revenge over Dricus Du Plessis and Israel Adesanya
With a plethora of improbable victories, the 33-year-old has proved himself as one in every of the best middleweights the game has ever seen. But to place the rubber stamp on an epic profession, he’d like to lift the strap above his head for a second time.
On August 18, at UFC 305 within the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia, Du Plessis and Adesanya will go to war for the 185-pound crown. While the world can’t wait for the rivals to settle their grudge once and for all, nobody can be paying closer attention than Whittaker.
The formidable fighter will undoubtedly be in the sector, either watching from cageside or possibly even setting foot within the octagon himself if he’s called to be the backup fighter.
Ultimately, whether his shot on the belt is available in two months, or slightly way down the road, a title fight is inevitable, with the sporting titan eager to settle the rating with each men.
On the UFC Saudi Arabia post-fight press conference, he revealed why getting one other probability at gold means a lot to him. And it’s about way more than grudges and belts.
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