Alex Pereira stops Khalil Rountree Jr., retains title at UFC 307 - ESPN

06.10.2024 - 06:38 espn.com

One of the most remarkable runs in UFC history continues, but it was much more difficult than expected. Alex Pereira methodically broke down a game Khalil Rountree Jr.

and used a bruising sequence of body punches to retain his light heavyweight championship with a fourth-round stoppage Saturday night in the main event of UFC 307 at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City.

Pereira (12-2 MMA, 9-1 UFC) was slotted into his third title defense in 176 days after headlining UFC 300 in April and UFC 303 in June.

Unlike his knockout victories against Jamahal Hill and JiYí Procházka, Pereira faced adversity against an opponent who refused to go away willingly.

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