What type of fighter is Jamahal Hill?

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Jamahal Hill is a popular professional mixed martial artist who fights in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He competes in the light heavyweight division and is a former champion of the weight class. Currently ranked the No. 2 contender in the UFC’s light heavyweight rankings, Jamahal Hill is scheduled to face Jiri Prochazka next at UFC 311 on January 18, 2025. Hill, since becoming a professional fighter in 2017, has carried a clinical record of 8 wins, 0 losses, and 1 no-contest in his first 8 professional fights. He was defeated for the first time by Paul Craig at UFC 263. Craig dispatched Hill in the first round by first-round TKO to win the fight.

Jamahal Hill returned to winning ways right after his first defeat and established a three-fight winning streak before getting a title shot at UFC 283. Hill went neck-to-neck with the then-defending champion Glover Teixeira in a light heavyweight title showdown and defeated him to win the championship by a unanimous decision.

Jamahal Hill Fighting Style

Jamahal Hill blends his striking and kickboxing pretty well in his fights against his rivals inside the octagon. Besides that, Hill is also a brown belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Jamahal Hill has a signature knock-out power and precise left-hand accuracy. He throws hard kicks and knees at his opponents while making smart adjustments to his body.

Jamahal Hill also possesses a strong inside clinch, smart underhook awareness, and a reasonable grappling ability. Overall, Jamahal Hill is a well-rounded fighter equipped with enough firearms to disengage his rivals inside the octagon.

Why did Jamahal Hill vacate the title?

Jamahal Hill vacated the title due to an injury months after winning it from Glover Teixeira at UFC 283. He suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon while playing basketball during the UFC International Fight Week. Hill informed his fans and followers about this development through YouTube on July 14, 2023.

Also Read: What are Jamahal Hill's tattoos and what do they mean?

FAQs on Jamahal Hill

A. Yes, he is a brown belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

A. No, he is a former UFC light heavyweight champion.

A. Because of an injury he vacated his belt.

A. He suffered a ruptured Achilles heel.

A. He will return at UFC 311 on January 18, 2025.

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