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After defeating Yoel Romero twice, Robert Whittaker not interested in third meeting

It was a curious idea put forth with vigor by the UFC’s commentary booth.

Robert Whittaker had just defeated Yoel Romero for the second time in 11 months, taking a split decision in the main event of UFC 225 at Chicago’s United Center.

Both fights, including their original bout at UFC 213 which Whittaker took by unanimous decision, were Fight of the Year contenders. Both were close fights. And both were won by Whittaker, who cemented his position as UFC middleweight champion.

But color commentator Joe Rogan and Co.