Alex Pereira and Khalil Rountree just gave fans a light heavyweight title fight to remember for decades at UFC 307. These two striking specialists promised fireworks, and they delivered brilliantly. The light heavyweight champion entered the Octagon as the heavy favorite. But Rountree, riding a five-fight win streak, wasn’t about to roll over for anyone.
The fight started with both men feeling each other out. Alex Pereira’s pressure was relentless, but Rountree held his own. He even landed some solid shots that had fans on the edge of their seats. As the rounds progressed, the intensity ratcheted up. Every exchange had the potential to end the fight.
Rountree showed incredible heart, absorbing ‘Poatan’s’ devastating kicks and countering with his own strikes. As for the scorecards, it looked like ‘The War Horse’ was up 2-1 in the third round. But it didn’t matter, as by the fourth round, Rountree was in serious trouble. His eye was swelling shut, and he had a huge cut on his right eyebrow. Alex Pereira, smelling blood, unleashed a barrage of strikes in the same spot.
Khalil Rountree, to his credit, refused to go down without a fight. He kept throwing back, even as Pereira’s shots rocked him. But sometimes, heart isn’t enough. Pereira’s relentless assault finally proved too much. With just seconds left in the fourth round, the referee stepped in to save Rountree from further punishment. The official result: Alex Pereira by TKO at 4:32 of round four.
Fight Fans Reacted To Khalil Rountree’s Injury After Battling Alex Pereira
Pereira’s reign as the UFC Light Heavyweight Champion continues unchallenged. The Brazilian knockout artist defended his title for the third time in 2024, this time against Rountree Jr. at UFC 307. The bout ended in dramatic fashion, with Pereira securing a TKO victory. But it wasn’t just the result that had fans buzzing. Rountree’s post-fight injury stirred up quite a reaction among MMA enthusiasts.
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Social media exploded with concern. Fans who moments ago were celebrating Pereira’s win are now worried about Rountree’s health. Some fans were shocked at the injury sustained by the ‘War Horse.’ Others appreciated his heart and his will to keep fighting despite being injured badly. Here are some of the reactions from fight fans:
Alex Pereira solidified his status as one of UFC’s top stars. Three title defenses in a year is no small feat. Fans are already speculating about his next challenge. But on this night, thoughts were with Khalil Rountree. His gutsy performance won’t soon be forgotten. Here’s hoping for a full and fast recovery for the talented light heavyweight!
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