# Robert Whittaker and Jan Błachowicz potential UFC bout

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/robert-whittaker-and-jan-bachowicz-potential-ufc-bout
> Updated: 2026-09-19T08:12:05.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker has expressed interest in a matchup against Jan Błachowicz. Following a knockout victory against Nikita Krylov in the light heavyweight division, Whittaker indicated a desire to compete in his hometown of Sydney, Australia, potentially during a UFC event early next year.

Błachowicz has signaled his willingness to accept the challenge via social media.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-19: Robert Whittaker targets Jan Błachowicz for potential UFC bout in Sydney

Former UFC champion Robert Whittaker is targeting a fight against Jan Błachowicz, expressing a desire to return to the octagon in Sydney, Australia, following his recent light heavyweight debut victory.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/robert-whittaker-targets-jan-bachowicz-for-potential-ufc-bout-in-sydney

### 2026-09-07: Jan Błachowicz teases potential appearance on Dancing with the Stars

Former UFC champion Jan Błachowicz has teased a potential appearance on ‘Dancing with the Stars’ after visiting the studio to support Joanna Jędrzejczyk.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jan-bachowicz-teases-potential-appearance-on-dancing-with-the-stars

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