Up until last year, Jamahal Hill was on fire—dominant, confident, and holding the light heavyweight title. But ever since Alex Pereira took the belt from him, Hill hasn’t looked the same. His momentum has faded, and losses have started piling up. After his recent defeat to Khalil Rountree, Hill finally addressed the slump, pointing to lingering injuries and admitting that he hasn’t been operating at his full potential for quite some time.
In his recent YouTube video, Hill opened up after his loss to Rountree, admitting he hasn’t been performing at his best for a while. He pointed to the impact of injuries that many have overlooked, suggesting they’ve played a major role in his recent struggles. Hill acknowledged the need to push himself further, work harder, and embrace the grind if he wants to return to top form and compete at the highest level again.
“I haven’t been on my level now for quite some time… people severely underestimate the injuries that I’ve dealt with…I have to do more, I have to work harder, I have to grind harder,” he said.
Jamahal Hill speaks out following his loss to Khalil Rountree:
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) July 2, 2025
"I haven't been on my level now for quite some time… people severely underestimate the injuries that I've dealt with…
I have to do more, I have to work harder, I have to grind harder."
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This isn’t the first time Jamahal Hill has explained a loss, and fans have started labeling him as someone who always finds a reason after defeat. While he continues to point to physical issues, the growing opinion among fans is that the excuses are becoming repetitive, and only a strong comeback inside the cage can silence the doubts.
Jamahal Hill Plans Time Off to Recover, Cites Lingering Injuries After Latest Defeat
Following his recent defeat, Jamahal Hill revealed he plans to take some time off to focus on his recovery. He acknowledged that lingering injuries have held him back and kept him from training the way he wants. Hill hasn’t been able to move or perform at his usual level since the setback, and he now aims to prioritize his health to return stronger. The break is meant to help him reset physically and mentally.
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Indeed, it will be interesting to see if Jamahal Hill can bounce back and regain his momentum. For now, he has stepped back, and the road to a title shot appears longer than ever. To re-enter the championship conversation, he’ll likely need at least three to four dominant knockout wins against top contenders.
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