As fight night approaches, scheduled for July 26, 2025, in Abu Dhabi, the bout between former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker and Reinier de Ridder, a former two-division champion from ONE, stands as one of the most intriguing matchups of the year. Here’s a breakdown of where the odds stood during fight week, how they moved, and expert insights on possible outcomes.
Robert Whittaker vs. Reinier de Ridder Fight Week Odds
Robert Whittaker has consistently been the betting favorite, but the gap narrowed as fight night approached. Early market odds had Whittaker around -190 (risk $190 to win $100) and de Ridder as a +165 underdog.