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Draws Hill in main event
Rountree will take on Jamahal Hill in a light heavyweight matchup in the main event of UFC Kansas City on April 26.
ANALYSIS
Rountree managed to parlay a five-fight winning streak into a title shot against Alex pereira last October, but like most others who go toe-to-toe with Pereira, he came up short. He now draws a former title contender in Hill, who also has a loss to Pereira on his ledger, as well as a January loss to Jiri Prochazka. It's essentially a fight to remain on the fringes of title contention in the 205-pound division. Rountree will be giving up height and reach advantages to Hill, who also has noteworthy statistical edges in striking volume and striking defense. Neither has much of a wrestling game to speak of, so look for this one to play out on the feet.
Rountree managed to parlay a five-fight winning streak into a title shot against Alex pereira last October, but like most others who go toe-to-toe with Pereira, he came up short. He now draws a former title contender in Hill, who also has a loss to Pereira on his ledger, as well as a January loss to Jiri Prochazka. It's essentially a fight to remain on the fringes of title contention in the 205-pound division. Rountree will be giving up height and reach advantages to Hill, who also has noteworthy statistical edges in striking volume and striking defense. Neither has much of a wrestling game to speak of, so look for this one to play out on the feet.
Overwhelmed in quest for UFC gold
Rountree came up short in his quest for the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship, falling to Alex Pereira via TKO (punches) at 4:32 of Round 4 at UFC 307 in Salt Lake City.
ANALYSIS
Entering as a +360 underdog, Rountree fought as well as could be expected. He was the better fighter for the first 10 minutes, mainly because he was able to avoid Pereira's power shots. Yet, Khalil visibly and significantly gassed out as the fight progressed. His movements became more labored, and he absorbed far too much punishment beginning late in Round 3. It all fell apart in Round 4. Alex unloaded with big blow after big blow, and Rountree had no answer. In Khaili's defense, he absorbed dozens and dozens of blows that would have put away any mere mortal. Referee Marc Goddard finally pulled the plug with 28 seconds remaining in the frame. The 34-year-old Rountree seemed to be on the way out of the UFC after losing three of four fights from November 2018 to January 2021. The fact he even competed for a title with the company is remarkable, and he put forth a worthy showing in the process -- one which merited a $50,000 Fight of the Night bonus when it was all said and done.
Entering as a +360 underdog, Rountree fought as well as could be expected. He was the better fighter for the first 10 minutes, mainly because he was able to avoid Pereira's power shots. Yet, Khalil visibly and significantly gassed out as the fight progressed. His movements became more labored, and he absorbed far too much punishment beginning late in Round 3. It all fell apart in Round 4. Alex unloaded with big blow after big blow, and Rountree had no answer. In Khaili's defense, he absorbed dozens and dozens of blows that would have put away any mere mortal. Referee Marc Goddard finally pulled the plug with 28 seconds remaining in the frame. The 34-year-old Rountree seemed to be on the way out of the UFC after losing three of four fights from November 2018 to January 2021. The fact he even competed for a title with the company is remarkable, and he put forth a worthy showing in the process -- one which merited a $50,000 Fight of the Night bonus when it was all said and done.
Slated for headlining bout
Rountree will take on Alex Pereira for the Light Heavyweight Championship at UFC 307 in Salt Lake City on Oct. 5, Damon Martin of MMAFighting.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Rountree will look to extend his wining streak that dates back to 2021. He's bested five straight opponents, most recently topping Anthony Smith in the third round of a December 2023 showdown. Complicating this matter is the fact that Rountree recently had his temporary suspension for a USADA violation extended by the Nevada Athletic Commission, but it sounds like he's in the clear now if the promotion is comfortable enough to schedule this title fight. Pereira, the current champion, is also riding a winning streak that includes consecutive title defenses. This is a bit of puzzling matchmaking, and expect Rountree to enter this fight as a massive betting underdog.
Rountree will look to extend his wining streak that dates back to 2021. He's bested five straight opponents, most recently topping Anthony Smith in the third round of a December 2023 showdown. Complicating this matter is the fact that Rountree recently had his temporary suspension for a USADA violation extended by the Nevada Athletic Commission, but it sounds like he's in the clear now if the promotion is comfortable enough to schedule this title fight. Pereira, the current champion, is also riding a winning streak that includes consecutive title defenses. This is a bit of puzzling matchmaking, and expect Rountree to enter this fight as a massive betting underdog.
Temporary suspension extended
Rountree had his temporary suspension extended by the Nevada Athletic Commission on Tuesday, Damon Martin of MMAFighting.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Rountree was removed from UFC 303 due to a positive test for a banned substance that came from a supplement service and was initially handed a two-month suspension, but that will be extended until a formal disciplinary hearing (or other type of conclusion) can be reached. Consider Rountree to be out indefinitely until further news on the issue surfaces.
Rountree was removed from UFC 303 due to a positive test for a banned substance that came from a supplement service and was initially handed a two-month suspension, but that will be extended until a formal disciplinary hearing (or other type of conclusion) can be reached. Consider Rountree to be out indefinitely until further news on the issue surfaces.
Receives two-month suspension
Rountree accepted a two-month suspension Wednesday for his violation of UFC's anti-doping policy, Damon Martin of MMAFighting.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Rountree announced Monday that he would not be competing in UFC 303 due to his accidental consumption of a substance containing steroid hormones. The light heavyweight was upfront about his use of the supplement and compliant with UFC, which likely contributed to his manageable suspension. It is also noted that he could face additional sanctions from the Nevada Commission, though information about these has not been reported yet.
Rountree announced Monday that he would not be competing in UFC 303 due to his accidental consumption of a substance containing steroid hormones. The light heavyweight was upfront about his use of the supplement and compliant with UFC, which likely contributed to his manageable suspension. It is also noted that he could face additional sanctions from the Nevada Commission, though information about these has not been reported yet.