<h1>UFC Fight Night - Robert Whittaker vs Reinier de Ridder Betting Predictions: Aussie Favourite To Overcome Dutchman In Abu Dhabi</h1> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>UFC Fight Night returns to Abu Dhabi, UAE, on July 27 (AEST) when Aussie Robert Whittaker returns to the Octagon.</p> <p>He’ll take on a relatively new competitor to the UFC promotion in Reinier de Ridder, but he’s experienced. The Dutchman is a former two-weight champion during his time with ONE and will be eyeing up a future UFC title fight.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Robert Whittaker vs Reinier de Ridder: Tale of the Tape</h2> <p>A glance at the tale of the tape shows how close this fight could be on Saturday. Whittaker is first in terms of statistics, with De Ridder following:</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Age </strong>- 34 vs 34</p> <p><strong>Height </strong>- 6'0" (183 cm) vs 6'4" (193 cm)</p> <p><strong>Weight </strong>- 185.5 lbs (84.1 kgs) vs 185.5 lbs (84.1 kgs)</p> <p><strong>Reach </strong>- 73" (185 cm) vs 78" (198 cm)</p> <p><strong>Stance </strong>- Orthodox vs Southpaw</p> <p><strong>Record </strong>- 27-8-0 vs 20-2-0</p> <p><strong>UFC Record</strong> - 17-6-0 vs 3-0-0</p> <h2>Robert Whittaker vs Reinier de Ridder: Betting Preview</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Their form over the last five fights could potentially reveal some interesting information for bettors.</p> <p>Whittaker is coming off the back of a defeat to Khamzat Chimaev, a submission in the first round. In his last five, he has had two losses, though, with the TKO loss to Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 290 in 2023.</p> <p>De Ridder is unbeaten in the UFC, enjoying a 3-0 start to his career. However, he has also experienced a loss in his five fights. He lost his title to Anatoly Malykhin following retirement in the third round at ONE 166.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Whittaker’s Last Five Boxing Opponents:</strong></p> <p>Khamzat Chimaev - Loss (Submission) - Oct 2024</p> <p>Ikram Aliskerov - Win (UD) - Jun 2024</p> <p>Paulo Costa - Win (UD) - Feb 2024</p> <p>Dricus Du Plessis - Loss (TKO) - Jul 2023</p> <p>Marvin Vettori - Win (UD) - Sep 2022</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>De Ridder’s Last Five Opponents:</strong></p> <p>Bo Nickal - Win (TKO) - May 2025</p> <p>Kevin Holland - Win (Submission) - Jan 2025</p> <p>Gerald Meerschaert - Win (Submission) - Nov 2024</p> <p>Magomedmurad Khasaev - Win (TKO) - Jul 2024</p> <p>Anatoly Malykhin - Loss (TKO) - Mar 2024</p> <h2>Robert Whittaker vs Reinier de Ridder: Betting Predictions</h2> <p>Despite it being De Ridder’s third fight of the year and Whittaker’s first, the Aussie is edging the latest <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/ufc-mma/ufc-matches/robert-whittaker-v-reinier-de-ridder-9210083">Robert Whittaker vs Reinier de Ridder betting odds</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p>Value is available in the ‘<strong>Fight Goes The Distance</strong>’ odds, with the ‘<strong>Yes</strong>’ providing something to consider. Although none of Reinier de Ridder's last eight pro MMA fights have gone the distance, three of Whittaker’s last three have. He could take his time and obtain a ‘<strong>Points Decision</strong>’.</p> <p>If you fancy the underdog, <strong>De Ridder to win by submission</strong> could be worth considering. He has an elite ground game, and if he can score regular takedowns, the Aussie may be in trouble.</p>