This weekend, on October 5th, Alex Pereira will defend his light heavyweight title against Khalil Rountree at UFC 307, taking place at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. Both fighters are known for their knockout power, making this one of the toughest matchups for each of them. However, ‘Poatan’ has been on another level, having knocked out all his previous title challengers. This time, though, Rountree poses a formidable challenge. Let’s take a closer look at how these fighters stack up against each other.
Alex Pereira vs. Khalil Rountree: Age, Height, Records and More
Pereira, 37, is the reigning UFC light heavyweight champion and a former UFC middleweight champion. He also made a name for himself in kickboxing, where he held both the Glory middleweight and light heavyweight titles. Standing at 6 feet 4 inches, Pereira holds an impressive record of 11 wins and 2 losses, with 7 of those victories coming by knockout. He also has a reach of 79 inches.
On the other hand, Rountree is 34 years old and a bit younger. He has never held a title, but he currently ranks #8 in the UFC light heavyweight division. Standing at 6 feet 1 inch, Rountree has a professional record of 14 wins and 5 losses, with 6 wins by knockout. His reach measures 76 1/2 inches.
Alex Pereira vs. Khalil Rountree: Net Worth
According to MMA Salaries, Alex Pereira, the current UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, has an estimated net worth of around $2 million as of 2024. A significant portion of his wealth comes from his fights, including a $1,197,000 payout for his bout against Jiri Prochazka at UFC 300. He also earned a career-high bonus of $303,000 at UFC 303 for knocking out Prochazka for the second time, stepping in on short notice and saving the event.
Khalil Rountree’s net worth stands at around $1 million, with some reports placing it as high as $1.5 million. However, no exact figure for the 34-year-old has been confirmed as of 2024.
From this comparison, it’s clear that Pereira dominates, having been a champion in multiple weight classes across two organizations and possessing a significantly higher net worth. However, Rountree still has the opportunity to dethrone ‘Poatan’ and claim the light heavyweight belt at UFC 307. Will he succeed in becoming the new champion? That remains to be seen, but Pereira is undeniably a tough opponent.
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