Abu dhabi: Reinier de Ridder secured a split-decision victory over Robert Whittaker in the UFC Fight Night at the Etihad Arena on Saturday night.
According to Emirates News Agency, De Ridder expressed his expectations post-fight saying, "I expected to take him down and choke him out." He acknowledged Whittaker's performance, noting his toughness and durability, as well as his heavy hands.
This win marks De Ridder's fourth consecutive victory in the UFC. Prior to this match, he had achieved victories against Gerald Meerschaert, Kevin Holland, and Bo Nickal, managing to avoid going the distance in those fights.
