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Robert Whittaker considers Magomed Ankalaev fight, rules out Paulo Costa rematch

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 2:40 AM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Robert Whittaker considers Magomed Ankalaev fight, rules out Paulo Costa rematch
Summary

Robert Whittaker has expressed interest in fighting Magomed Ankalaev after moving up to light heavyweight. Whittaker previously lost at middleweight but knocked out Nikita Krylov at UFC 329. He dismissed the idea of a rematch with Paulo Costa, having already defeated him in 2024. Whittaker also clarified that he would not face teammates Stirling and Carlos Ulberg. He is exploring various opponents in the division.

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  • •Whittaker is eyeing a matchup with Ankalaev after UFC 329.
  • •Costa is not being considered as a rematch option.
  • •Whittaker is committed to not fighting his teammates.
  • •Whittaker moved up to light heavyweight after losses at middleweight.
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  • 2:40 AMYahoo Sports — Robert Whittaker eyes Magomed Ankalaev next, dismisses Paulo Costa rematch
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Robert Whittaker recently listed matchups he’s interested in, while dismissing others.

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