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Robert Whittaker learns of new opponent for UFC Fight Night main event – Wide World of Sports

Road back to world title takes another twist

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Robert Whittaker’s road to regaining the middleweight title has taken another twist, with his next opponent pulling out at the eleventh hour.
Whittaker and Gastelum before their 2019 fight, which was later called off. (Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)
The 30-year-old was expected to face Paulo Costa next month, but the Brazilian has been ruled out as he battles a severe case of the flu.
It was a bout that would have resulted in the winner being granted a shot at current champion Israel Adesanya – who…

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