Robert
Whittaker
11-2-0( W-L-D )

Fight History

Skill Breakdown

Charts are compiled based on results from 2 fights.
Record: 11-2-0
Summary: Unorthodox striking

Fighter Info

From: Otahuhu New Zealand
Fights Out Of: Sydney, NSW Australia
Age: 22
Height: 5' 11" ( 180 cm )
Weight: 170 lb ( 77 kg )

Striking

Total Attempted Strikes
0
202
41% Successful
83
Types of Successful Strikes
0
83
72% Standing
20%
60
17
6
Striking Defense
68
%
The percentage of total strikes avoided

Grappling

Total Takedowns
0
0
0% Successful
0
Grappling Totals by Type
 
 
Subm.
Passes
Sweeps
0
0
0
Takedown Defense
80
%
The percentage of total takedowns avoided
Result Fighters Event Str TD Sub Pass Method Replay
UPCOMING
Colton Smith May 25, 2013
-- -- -- -- --
Robert Whittaker -- -- -- --
Robert Whittaker Dec 14, 2012
83 0 0 0 R3 Decision - Unanimous
Bradley Scott 55 1 0 1

Biography

TRAINING: Morning session of whatever my coach feels I need, followed by rest, then an afternoon session of the same.

Thoughts on opponent, Colton Smith?
Colton Smith has great willpower and wrestling in particular, and I would be an idiot to not respect that. But it’s not enough.

When and why did you start training for fighting?
I started fighting in ‘09. I’ve always loved competing in sports and I’ve always loved the thrill of the fight.

What ranks and titles have you held?
I’ve been ranked high in Australian MMA and I hold the Super Fight Australia Welterweight belt. TUF Smashes welterweight winner


Do you have any heroes? None

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? For me to fight in the UFC is the biggest honor and privilege in my fighting career. It is a way to provide for my family whilst doing the sport that I love most. It also allows me to show the world my fighting ability.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? No

What was your job before you started fighting? I worked as an apprentice electrician for Railcorp.

Ranks in any martial arts styles: I have a black belt in Karate, a black belt in Hapkido, and a purple belt in BJJ

Favorite grappling technique: Ground and Pound

Favorite Striking technique: The one that lands.

•    Pro since 2009

•    Five wins by submission, five by knockout

•    Four first round finishes

•    Holds 2011 submission win over TUF Smashes teammate Ben Alloway

•    Three wins by rear naked choke

Career

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