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Robert Whittaker Dominates Nikita Krylov in Light Heavyweight Debut at UFC 329

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Robert Whittaker Dominates Nikita Krylov in Light Heavyweight Debut at UFC 329

Former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker made a strong impression in his light heavyweight debut, overpowering veteran Nikita Krylov in their UFC 329 clash. The bout served as the headliner for the preliminary card at T-Mobile Arena.

Robert Whittaker marked his move to the light heavyweight division with a decisive victory over Nikita Krylov at UFC 329. The former middleweight kingpin entered the contest following consecutive defeats at 185 pounds and sought a fresh start in a new weight class.

The preliminary card headliner, held at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, saw Whittaker face a seasoned opponent in Krylov. Whittaker's performance demonstrated his adaptability and power as he secured the win against the tough Krylov.

💬 SideLine Take

Whittaker's successful move to light heavyweight signals he's far from done contending at the highest level.

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Source: Yahoo Sports

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