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Robert Whittaker vs. Dricus du Plessis, July 8

Robert Whittaker has 17 UFC Fights to his name. Photo: Kamil Krzaczynski – USA TODAY Sports

A high profile middleweight bout between former champion Robert Whittaker and rising star Dricus du Plessis is set for UFC 290 on July 8.

Whittaker is one of the best middleweights to ever step foot in the octagon and comes from a win against Marvin Vettori this past September.

Du Plessis has a flawless record in the promotion with five victories in five fights. The fight against the former champion will be his hardest test to date, and a win will most likely give him a title shot.