We are momen͏t͏s͏ away͏ ͏from͏ the hi͏gh͏l͏y anticipa͏ted fig͏ht b͏etween Robert Whi͏ttak͏er and Khamzat Chimaev. With so ͏much at stake, this m͏ay͏ b͏e the best chance for either Whittaker ͏or Chimaev to be͏c͏ome th͏e numbe͏r one ͏conten͏d͏er ͏in the middleweight division. Ahead of their ͏c͏las͏h, h͏ow͏ever,͏ ͏”T͏he Re͏aper” has shared a heartfelt moment͏ from his life w͏it͏h his f͏amily, which͏ has t͏ouched the hearts of the MMA community.

The former middleweight champion of the world shared a photo on his Instagram account featuring himself with his wife and five kids. In addition to that family photo, he captioned the post with a long message in which he thanked his wife, Sofia Whittaker for everything. “As I sit in this bath. I think how blessed the last 10 years have been, how lucky I am to have you. There’s been a lot of hard learning to do but you’ve patiently supported me to the man I am today,” wrote Whittaker.

He further added, “I owe it to you, to be the man you and the kids need and it is my duty to strive to be the best version of myself. It’s my duty tomorrow to fight for our family. I love you Sofia, you’re everything to me. Best 10 years of my life with infinity to go.” Robert Whittaker and his wife Sofia share glimpses of their life together on social media, radiating joy and affection. Sofia’s Instagram often features their treasured moments, showing how deeply they cherish each other’s company.

It is clear that ‘Reaper’ is not only winning the battles inside the Octagon but outside of it as well. Robert Whittaker and Sofia Whittaker are parents to five lovable children. John, Jack, Jace, Lilliana, and their youngest who was born earlier this year. They have three sons and two daughters. As Whittaker shared the photo of his family, social media couldn’t keep their calm as they flooded his photo to wish him luck.

Robert Whittaker’s family time photo earns goodwill from fans before UFC 308

With a career record of 27 victories and 7 defeats, Robert Whittaker is one of the best middleweight fighters in the world. He has been with the promotion since 2012. His legacy speaks for himself and looking at this a fan stated, “Good luck man, you’ll be remembered for being one of the greatest inside and out of the octagon.”

Being with family is one of the most cherished times for the former middleweight champion, and compared to that, none of his championships mean anything to him. “If I had to sacrifice my time with my family to be the world champ then being the world champ just wouldn’t be worth it,” says Whittaker in a conversation with the media. A fan took cognizance and wrote, “Family is everything! The whole of Australia is behind ya mate”

More fans came forward to bless the family, “Easily likeable guy and a legend of the sport! May God bless your entire family.” The famous dialogue from ‘The Godfather’ found its way to the comment section of Robert Whittaker’s post. A fan quoted the work to highlight that the former champion is a family man, “A man who does not spend time with his family can never be a real man-Vito corleone.”

A fighter’s legacy is more than what he does in the cage. Robert Whittaker is the prime example of it – “An incredible example for all those that watch you in and outside the octagon. Such a beautiful family. You’ll smash it this weekend!!”

Last but not least, the Aussie received love all the way from Brazil, “You’re an absolute legend inside and outside of the cage, one of the best to ever do it. Much love from Brazil”

We are moments away from the middleweight showdown. Who takes this one? Whittaker or Chimaev? State your thoughts in the comments below.