Alex Pereira Defends Title with Brutal TKO at UFC 307
Pereira's fourth-round knockout of Khalil Rountree Jr. cements his status as a dominant light heavyweight champion.
- Alex Pereira successfully defended his light heavyweight title against Khalil Rountree Jr. with a TKO in the fourth round at UFC 307.
- Despite a strong start from Rountree, Pereira's relentless striking and pressure eventually overwhelmed the challenger.
- Pereira's victory adds to his impressive 2024 record, with three knockout wins in three title defenses this year.
- The fight showcased Pereira's ability to recover from adversity, as he was briefly knocked down in the second round.
- Artem Vakhitov, Pereira's former kickboxing rival, critiqued Pereira's defense and expressed interest in a future UFC matchup.
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