Reinier de Ridder Shifts to Light Heavyweight After UFC Middleweight Struggles
Reinier de Ridder, widely known as "RDR," is making a definitive move away from the UFC middleweight division. This strategic decision follows his recent unanimous decision loss to Caio Borralho at UFC 326, a bout where de Ridder faced considerable challenges from Borralho's sharp striking and well-executed grappling defense. This setback marked de Ridder's second consecutive defeat; he had previously retired on the stool after four grueling rounds against Brendan Allen at UFC Vancouver in October.
De Ridder initially made a strong impact in the UFC middleweight ranks following his debut in November 2024. He quickly amassed an impressive four-fight winning streak within his first year, securing significant victories over notable opponents such as Kevin Holland, Bo Nickal, and former champion Robert Whittaker. However, it now appears that the demanding process of cutting weight to meet the 185-pound limit has become unsustainable for "RDR."
The 35-year-old Dutch fighter officially announced his transition to the UFC's light heavyweight division in an Instagram video shared on Wednesday morning. The video showed de Ridder distributing donuts to his teammates at Kill Cliff FC, playfully suggesting the treats would help keep them "heavy and strong." Amidst the lighthearted interaction, he declared his clear intention to compete at 205 pounds. Notably, de Ridder also expressed contentment with his overall performance against Borralho, despite the loss.
A move to the light heavyweight division is not unfamiliar territory for Reinier de Ridder. During his tenure with ONE Championship, he successfully competed at both light heavyweight and heavyweight, impressively capturing both the middleweight and light heavyweight titles within that promotion.
"RDR" currently holds a professional mixed martial arts record of 21 wins and 4 losses, including a 4-2 run within the UFC. An impressive 18 of his 21 victories have come by way of finish, comprising five knockouts and thirteen submissions.
Рейньер де Риддер переходит в полутяжелый вес UFC после трудностей в среднем весе
Рейньер де Риддер, широко известный как "RDR", окончательно покидает средний вес UFC. Это стратегическое решение принято после его недавнего поражения единогласным решением судей Кайо Борральо на UFC 326, где де Риддер столкнулся со значительными трудностями против точных ударов Борральо и хорошо выполненной защиты в борьбе. Это поражение стало вторым подряд для де Риддера; ранее он снялся с боя на стуле после четырех изнурительных раундов против Брендана Аллена на UFC Vancouver в октябре.
Де Риддер изначально произвел сильное впечатление в среднем весе UFC после своего дебюта в ноябре 2024 года. Он быстро набрал впечатляющую серию из четырех побед в течение первого года, одержав значимые победы над такими известными противниками, как Кевин Холланд, Бо Никал и бывший чемпион Роберт Уиттакер. Однако теперь, по всей видимости, изнурительный процесс сгонки веса до 185 фунтов стал невыносимым для "RDR".
35-летний голландский боец официально объявил о своем переходе в полутяжелый вес UFC в видео в Instagram, опубликованном в среду утром. В видео де Риддер раздавал пончики своим товарищам по команде Kill Cliff FC, шутливо предполагая, что угощения помогут им оставаться "тяжелыми и сильными". В ходе легкого общения он заявил о своем ясном намерении выступать в категории 205 фунтов. Примечательно, что де Риддер также выразил удовлетворение своим общим выступлением против Борральо, несмотря на поражение.
Переход в полутяжелый вес не является новой территорией для Рейньера де Риддера. Во время своего пребывания в ONE Championship он успешно выступал как в полутяжелом, так и в тяжелом весе, впечатляюще завоевав титулы в среднем и полутяжелом весе в этой организации.
"RDR" в настоящее время имеет профессиональный рекорд в смешанных единоборствах: 21 победа и 4 поражения, включая 4-2 в UFC. Впечатляющие 18 из его 21 победы были одержаны досрочно, из них пять нокаутом и тринадцать болевыми/удушающими приемами.
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