UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira has weighed in on a potential matchup between Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree Jr., predicting that Hill would struggle against 'The War Horse'.
Pereira's comments have sparked a debate among fans, with some agreeing with his assessment while others expressing skepticism.
'Poatan', who has defeated both Hill and Rountree in previous fights, believes that Rountree's aggressive style would pose a significant challenge to 'Sweet Dreams'.
"If Jamahal accepts this fight he won't be able to handle Khalil."
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Check out Alex Pereria's prediction below:
Fans quickly took to social media to express their opinions. One fan disagreed, writing:
"I don't know about that"
Another fan argued:
"I think Jamahal stops Khalil tbh."
Others continued the back-and-forth, with one commenting:
"As much as I love Khalil, I promise he isn’t beating Jamahal Hill"
Another fan predicted:
"Rountree defeats Jamahal Hill in the second round."
Check out some of the fan reactions below:
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Ilia Topuria weighs in on Alex Pereira's UFC 307 performance
Alex Pereira showcased his fighting prowess at UFC 307, successfully defending his light heavyweight title with a stunning fourth-round TKO against Khalil Rountree Jr. This victory marked Pereira's third knockout this year.
Rountree Jr. started aggressively, even dropping Pereira briefly in the second round. However, 'Poatan' quickly regained his footing and control of the match in the third round, utilizing his precision and power to wear down his opponent. In a dramatic finish, Pereira unleashed a flurry of strikes against the cage, culminating in a powerful uppercut that ended the fight.
UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria was among those impressed by Pereira’s performance. During an Instagram live session, Topuria praised Pereira, stating:
"Today I saw the highlights and the truth is that [Alex Pereira] is a fighter. That guy is a beast. He never rests."
Check out the post below: