Robert Whittaker Denies Rumors of Fighting Magomed Ankalaev

Robert Whittaker is making his light heavyweight debut in July, but it won't be against Magomed Ankalaev. The former middleweight champion announced his move to light heavyweight earlier this year.

What's Next for Robert Whittaker?

Whittaker's decision to move up in weight came after back-to-back losses, and he's looking to get his career back on track. He's targeting a July debut, and fans have been speculating about his potential opponent.

Whittaker Shuts Down Rumors

Whittaker told Main Event that a fight with Ankalaev is not happening next, despite both fighters announcing their plans for a July clash. "I don't, I don't think so," Whittaker said, adding that there's a lot of speculation about his upcoming fight.

Potential Opponents for Whittaker

There are several options for Whittaker at 205lbs, including Volkan Oezdemir and Jamahal Hill, who would be intriguing matchups for the former middleweight champion. Whittaker will likely be keeping an eye on the UFC 327 main event between Jiri Prochazka and Carlos Ulberg this weekend. And his relationship with the UFC is good, so he's letting them handle his next assignment. Whittaker doesn't know who he's up against next, but he's prepared to fight in July. The 35-year-old fighter is looking to make a strong debut in the light heavyweight division. So he's focusing on his training and letting the UFC handle the details. Whittaker's move to light heavyweight is a significant one, and fans are eager to see how he'll perform in the new weight class. But for now, it's clear that a fight against Ankalaev is not in the works. Whittaker's denial of the rumors has sparked more speculation about his potential opponent. The former middleweight champion is keeping his options open, and it's likely that his next fight will be announced soon.