Robert Whittaker vs Yoel Romero
Robert Whittaker vs Yoel Romero: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Robert Whittaker and Yoel Romero?
Whittaker's rivalry with Romero is marked by two thrilling encounters that showcased their elite skills and determination. Both fights were closely contested and are considered among the best in UFC history.
Robert Whittaker
Key numbers
- Total fightsOver 30
- WinsMultiple
- LossesFew
- KnockoutsMultiple
- SubmissionsFew
Top honours
- UFC Middleweight Champion2017-2018
- UFC Performance of the NightMultiple awards
- Fight of the NightMultiple awards
- Australian Fighter of the Year2017
- Most Significant Strikes Landed in a Title FightSet record during his championship reign
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Yoel Romero
Yoel Romero is a leading contemporary in the sport — head-to-head meetings with this athlete are among the most closely followed in the era.