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UFC veteran Robert Whittaker has provided an update on his future with the promotion and when he hopes to return.

When you talk about fan favorites in mixed martial arts, Robert Whittaker is up there with the best of them. The former middleweight king has been on quite a journey throughout the course of his tenure with the UFC, and while there have been some low points, there have also been plenty of highs too.

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Robert Whittaker is a force to be reckoned with, and even at this point in his career, with all of the miles that he has, he is capable of putting his opponent’s lights out – no matter who is standing across the cage from him.

In a recent interview, Robert Whittaker discussed when he wants to return and who his next foe could be.

Robert Whittaker talks about his future

“Unfortunately not a lot of fight news,” Whittaker told Fox Sports Australia. “I am training and preparing for things, but honestly, I heard rumors that UFC is coming to Sydney early next year. I know I’ve been saying I want to fight in Sydney and fight at home for a long time so, here we are. I’m going to try and reserve myself, save myself, prepare for the best, and hopefully get in there.”

“He’s the only one who hit back, and he’s happy for that fight,” Whittaker said of Blachowicz. “He’s happy for that fight, I’m happy for that fight, and that’s where we’re at. But, I’m preparing for anybody and anything. Just looking to get out there and get my hand raised one more time.”

Quotes via MMA Junkie

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