Reinier de Ridder won a split decision over Robert Whittaker at UFC Abu Dhabi, with the three scorecards having it 48-47. De Ridder had to get off the canvas in the third round after he was dropped by a Whittaker right hand, but the win means he is closer to facing the winner of Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev for the middleweight belt. De Ridder found success earlier on with knees to the…
UFC Abu Dhabi: Reinier de Ridder Battles Past Robert Whittaker