Reinier de Ridder Permanently Moves to Light Heavyweight
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Reinier de Ridder Permanently Moves to Light Heavyweight

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Mixed martial artist Reinier de Ridder has announced he will remain in the light heavyweight division, abandoning any plans to return to middleweight. He stated this move is permanent.

De Ridder’s decision comes after competing at middleweight for a significant period and achieving success there. However, he now views 205 pounds as his natural weight class and intends to build his future in the light heavyweight division.

According to Reinier de Ridder, “205 is my home, ‘I’m never going back’ to middleweight.” This statement underscores his commitment to the new weight class and signals a definitive shift in his career trajectory. The reason for this permanent move isn't detailed beyond his stated preference for light heavyweight.

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