What time is UFC on ABC 9 Tonight? Whittaker vs de Ridder - Start times, Schedules, Fight Card

Robert Whittaker, called "The Reaper," steps into the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi to face Reinier de Ridder, known as "The Dutch Knight," in a middleweight five-round main event. The fight promises intense action as both fighters are hungry for dominance and eager to prove their skills under bright lights.

Whittaker, born December 20, 1990, from Australia has an impressive record of winning 26 fights with a recent loss by submission against Khamzat Chimaev. The experience from past opponents like Derek Brunson and Jared Cannonier adds depth to Whittaker's potential against de Ridder. Meanwhile, the Netherlands’ own de Ridder regained winning momentum after defeating Bo Nickal by TKO recently, bringing his record to 20 victories. De Ridder's confidence might be boosted after overcoming submission experts in the past.

What time is Robert Whittaker vs Reinier de Ridder fight

Live coverage for the Robert Whittaker vs Reinier de Ridder main card will start at 12:00 PM EST on ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Robert Whittaker vs Reinier de Ridder Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, July 26, 2025	12:00 PM	03:40 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, July 26, 2025	09:00 AM	12:40 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, July 26, 2025	04:00 PM	07:40 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, July 27, 2025	03:00 AM	06:40 AM

The UFC event featuring Whittaker vs. de Ridder takes place at 3:40 PM EST on July 26, 2025. The fight is held at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This is a middleweight match and serves as the main event of the evening.

The fight consists of five rounds. The timing of the main event can vary depending on how long the undercard fights last. Fans should keep this in mind as they plan to watch.

Check the start times for your specific location to ensure you don't miss any action.

How and where to watch the Robert Whittaker vs Reinier de Ridder Fight

You can watch Robert Whittaker vs Reinier de Ridder via ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN
UK and Ireland	TNT Sports Box Office

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Robert Whittaker vs Reinier de Ridder Betting Odds

Favorite: Robert Whittaker : 1.7 (-148)
Underdog: Reinier de Ridder : 2.4 (+136)

Method of victory	Robert Whittaker	Reinier de Ridder
By KO/TKO or disqualification	2.8 (+175)	7.5 (+650)
By decision or technical decision	4.7 (+370)	9.5 (+850)

Robert Whittaker enters as the favorite with odds of 1.7 (-148). Bettors need to wager $148 to win $100. Reinier de Ridder stands as the underdog at 2.4 (+136), offering a potential profit of $136 on a $100 bet.

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The likelihood of Whittaker winning by KO/TKO/DQ is set at 2.8 (+175). De Ridder's chances in the same category are 7.5 (+650). Whittaker winning by points or decision has odds of 4.7 (+370). For De Ridder, the odds rise to 9.5 (+850). Oddsmakers position Whittaker as the stronger contender.