Alex Pereira secured a decisive victory over Khalil Rountree Jr. in the main event of UFC 307. This highly anticipated matchup saw Pereira, the reigning champion, face a formidable challenge from Rountree Jr. The fight, held in Utah, showcased Pereira’s power and resilience as he ultimately finished Rountree Jr. in the fourth round.
Pereira vs. Rountree Jr.: A Round-by-Round Breakdown
The fight was a thrilling display of striking prowess from both competitors. Rountree Jr. proved to be a tough opponent, pushing Pereira for three rounds. However, Pereira’s championship experience and devastating striking ability eventually overwhelmed Rountree Jr.
In the fourth round, Pereira found an opening and unleashed a barrage of strikes that forced the referee to stop the fight at 4:32, declaring Pereira the victor by TKO. This win solidified Pereira’s position as a dominant force in his division.
UFC 307: A Night of Exciting Finishes and Upsets
Beyond the main event, UFC 307 delivered a night of action-packed fights. The co-main event witnessed Julianna Pena’s return to the top of the women’s bantamweight division with a split decision win over Raquel Pennington. Other notable victories included Mario Bautista’s split decision win over Jose Aldo, extending his winning streak, and a stunning knockout by Joaquin Buckley against Stephen Thompson.
Here’s a complete list of the UFC 307 results:
- Main Event: Alex Pereira defeats Khalil Rountree Jr. by TKO (strikes) at 4:32 of Round 4
- Co-Main Event: Julianna Peña defeats Raquel Pennington by split decision (48-47, 48-47, 47-48)
- Mario Bautista defeats José Aldo by split decision (29-28, 29-28, 28-29)
- Roman Dolidze defeats Kevin Holland by TKO (injury stoppage) at 5:00 of Round 1
- Kayla Harrison defeats Kelten Vieira by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
- Joaquin Buckley defeats Stephen Thompson by KO (right hand) at 2:17 of Round 3
- Iasmin Lucindo defeats Marina Rodriguez by split decision (29-28, 29-28, 28-29)
- Alexander Hernandez defeats Austin Hubbard by split decision (29-28, 29-28, 28-29)
- Cesar Almeida defeats Ihor Potieria by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
- Ryan Spann defeats Ovince Saint Preux by submission (guillotine choke) at 1:35 of Round 1
- Tecia Pennington defeats Carla Esparza by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
- Court McGee defeats Tim Means by submission (rear-naked choke) at 3:19 of Round 1
Pereira’s dominant performance at UFC 307 solidified his status as a champion. While Rountree Jr. put up a valiant effort, Pereira’s power and precision proved too much to overcome. The event as a whole was a resounding success, showcasing the excitement and unpredictability of mixed martial arts.
