Robert Whittaker: Being on UFC 329 prelims 'makes sense-ish'
Robert Whittaker is set to make his light heavyweight debut at UFC 329 against Nikita Krylov. He will be featured on the prelims, marking his first appearance outside the main card in 13 years. Whittaker expressed a mix of feelings about this change, acknowledging it makes sense given his circumstances.
- ▪Robert Whittaker will compete against Nikita Krylov on July 11 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
- ▪This fight marks Whittaker's first time on the prelims in 13 years.
- ▪He views the prelim placement as a chance to get his fight done earlier in the night.
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