Robert Whittaker reestablished himself in the race for the middleweight championship on Saturday with a victory over Paulo Costa at UFC 298. Whittaker, a former UFC champion, bounced back from a previous loss to Dricus Du Plessis with a unanimous decision win over Costa in their 185-pound matchup at Honda Center in Anaheim, California.
Here are some of the notable reactions to Whittaker’s triumph over Costa at UFC 298:
– The co-main event of UFC 298 is underway! Who do you think will come out on top: Robert Whittaker or Paulo Costa?
– Paulo Costa makes his entrance into the Octagon at UFC 298.
– Robert Whittaker is determined to redeem himself at UFC 298.
– The co-main event is shaping up to be an exciting showdown at UFC 298.
– This fight between Whittaker and Costa promises to be explosive.
– The fighters are targeting each other’s calves in a brutal fashion at UFC 298.
– Whittaker already has a welt on his right cheek, but he continues to take the fight to Costa at UFC 298.
– Costa’s leg is visibly damaged, and his stamina is already waning. However, he still has a chance because Whittaker is not the same fighter he once was.
– Costa steals the round with a spectacular spinning wheel kick at the end.
– Whittaker was dominating the fight until he was saved by the bell. What a wild round!
– Whittaker was looking impressive, but Costa’s size proved to be a disadvantage when attempting spinning attacks.
– Whittaker deserves credit for absorbing that spinning kick.
– These fighters came to brawl at UFC 298.
– Whittaker has been capitalizing on calf kicks throughout the fight. He should continue to exploit this strategy.
– Costa’s antics during the fight are entertaining.
– Whittaker’s refusal to use his hands for defense is frustrating and risky.
– Whittaker’s ability to stick to his gameplan after taking a head kick demonstrates incredible discipline.
– Whittaker is in a focused state at the moment.
Overall, Whittaker’s victory over Costa at UFC 298 has generated significant buzz and reactions from fans and experts alike.
In the world of this sport, only one of these individuals emerges victorious tonight! Both fighters are performing exceptionally well in my opinion! #UFC298
— Dustin Jacoby (@thehanyakdj) February 18, 2024
Whitaker is displaying more visible damage, but he is having a better round. The score is tied 19-19 going into the third round. #UFC298
— Alan Jouban (@AlanJouban) February 18, 2024
After two rounds, the fight is evenly matched. Whittaker’s precise timing and combination punching is causing Costa difficulties.
— Luke Thomas🏋️♀️ (@lthomasnews) February 18, 2024
Whittaker possesses one of the most effective counter right hands in the game. #UFC298
— Jake Ellenberger (@EllenbergerMMA) February 18, 2024
Whittaker has dominated 9 minutes and 45 seconds of this fight, yet the score is tied 1-1 heading into the third round. 😂💯 #UFC298
— Eric Nicksick (@Eric_XCMMA) February 18, 2024
Both Whitaker and Costa have a wide stance, which provides excellent stability and power, but it leaves them vulnerable to calf kicks. #UFC298. Whoever wins round 3 will win this fight in my opinion.
— Kenny Florian (@kennyflorian) February 18, 2024
If Whittaker maintains his pace and remains elusive, he will secure this round and the entire fight. #UFC298
— Mike Pierce (@MikePierce170) February 18, 2024
Consider this…Post-fight ice baths. Right after the doctors’ check-up.
— Israel Adesanya (@stylebender) February 18, 2024
On my scorecard, Costa wins 29-28. #UFC298
— Kevin Iole (@KevinI) February 18, 2024
This is the fight of the night so far.
— C H🖕🏽T O🇪🇨V E R A (@chitoveraUFC) February 18, 2024
I have it 29-28 for Whittaker, but I’m just glad to see Paulo Costa back in the cage. #UFC298
— Spinnin Backfist (@SpinninBackfist) February 18, 2024
What an incredible fight by both men! I would give the victory to @robwhittakermma #FOTN #UFC298
— Brad Tavares (@BradTavares) February 18, 2024
That was a classic battle between these two fighters for 15 minutes. #UFC298
— Terrance McKinney (@twrecks155) February 18, 2024
Robert Whittaker! Paulo Costa! The crowd in Anaheim is on their feet! 👏 👏 👏 #UFC298 pic.twitter.com/t0DbwAlsBY
— UFC Canada (@UFC_CA) February 18, 2024
An outstanding, closely contested fight. Whittaker secured the win with his effective jab in the final round! #UFC298
— Teddy Atlas (@TeddyAtlasReal) February 18, 2024
#UFC298 results: Robert Whittaker (@RobWhittakerMMA) defeats Paulo Costa via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
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Whittaker: I am seeking redemption against Dricus. I am back. #UFC298
— Marc Raimondi (@marcraimondi) February 18, 2024
Congratulations! You’re an amazing fighter, @robwhittakermma #ufc298 🇦🇺
— BONY (@JonnyBones) February 18, 2024
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