Robert Whittaker Prepares to Fight at Light Heavyweight

Robert Whittaker will move into his third UFC weight class on July 11.

He debuted at welterweight before becoming UFC middleweight champion. At UFC 329, Robert Whittaker is set to face Nikita Krylov in his first MMA fight as a light heavyweight.

What's behind the move?

Robert Whittaker insists his move up to the 205lb division is necessary and well thought out.

He feels this is the best he's felt during his career, holistically, and it's a much more natural weight for him. The last couple of camps were not enjoyable due to the amount of sacrifice and skipping on food he had to do.

How has he prepared?

Whittaker has done all the right things to bulk up for the Nikita Krylov fight. He's not going to light heavyweight as an out-of-shape middleweight, but rather as a lean and heavy fighter.

He's still walking around 220-225lbs, pretty lean, and he's just heavy. Reddit criticism doesn't bother him, as he knows he's prepared well.

What to expect at UFC 329?

Conor McGregor's comeback fight against Max Holloway will headline UFC 329 next weekend. Robert Whittaker vs. Nikita Krylov is also scheduled for the event. Other fights include Benoît Saint Denis vs. Paddy Pimblett and Cory Sandhagen vs. Mario Bautista.

The event will take place on July 11, and fans are eagerly waiting to see how Robert Whittaker will perform in his new weight class. He's confident in his preparation and feels this is a natural weight for him. The outcome of the fight will be crucial in determining his future in the light heavyweight division.