The UFC’s light heavyweight division is heating up, with some exciting action on the horizon. The upcoming UFC Fight Night in Baku will showcase a showdown between former champion Jamahal Hill and former title challenger Khalil Rountree Jr. Meanwhile, ‘The War Horse’ is making bold statements ahead of the bout, declaring his intention to secure a win and make another run at the title.
Rountree Jr. suffered a brutal knockout loss to former light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira at UFC 307. Following that defeat, the title contender was temporarily sidelined from the division, but now he’s determined to make a comeback. On June 21st, Rountree Jr. is set to face Jamahal Hill in a pivotal matchup, aiming to secure a crucial win. In a recent interview with Michael Bisping, Rountree Jr. stated:
“I’m just preparing to become the champion. I plan to win against Jamahal, and I want to fight for the title again. That fight against Alex helped me answer that question.”
Khalil Rountree sets his sights on the title — says the Alex fight gave him the answers he needed 🏆
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"I'm just preparing to become the champion. I plan to win against Jamahal, and I want to fight for the title again. That fight against Alex helped me answer that question."
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Rountree Jr. also expressed that he’s fully prepared to work again to earn his shot at the title. While he admitted he doesn’t know precisely who the opponent will be when the time comes, he made it clear that he’s ready to fight whoever stands in his way for the championship opportunity.
Jamahal Hill vs. Khalil Rountree Jr.: Start Time, Streaming Details and More
As International Fight Week approaches, the stage is set for an intense light heavyweight showdown. On Saturday, June 21, former champion Jamahal Hill will take on ex-title challenger Khalil Rountree Jr. at UFC Fight Night in Baku, Azerbaijan. With both fighters coming off recent losses, this matchup is a crucial opportunity to bounce back and potentially earn a spot in title contention.
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A win here could propel either man closer to a championship shot. The main card starts at 3 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. BST, with main event walkouts expected around 6 p.m. ET. Fans in the U.S. can watch it live on ESPN+, while viewers in the UK can watch it on TNT Sports or UFC Fight Pass. As a non-PPV event, it’s available with a regular subscription.
All eyes will be on Hill vs. Rountree as both warriors aim to reestablish themselves in the title picture. The next challenger may be unknown, but this fight could be the key.
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