Time for UFC fighter Robert Whittaker to reap the rewardsDARRIAN TRAYNOR/FAIRFAX MEDIA Robert Whittaker celebrates his first round TKO of Derek Brunson at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, Australia. DARRIAN TRAYNOR/FAIRFAX MEDIA Robert Whittaker has become a fan favourite in New Zealand and Australia. DARRIAN TRAYNOR/FAIRFAX MEDIA Robert Whittaker celebrates by thumping the Southern Cross on his chest. DARRIAN TRAYNOR/FAIRFAX MEDIA Robert Whittaker defeated Derek Brunson at UFC Fight Night in November. DARRIAN TRAYNOR/FAIRFAX MEDIA Robert Whittaker is looked over before entering the Octogon at UFC Fight Night in Melbourne, Australia.

Source: Stuff January 14, 2017 16:00 UTC