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sports6 months ago

Khalil Rountree Reacts to Fan Exit and Ankalaev Trolling at UFC Baku

Khalil Rountree responded dismissively to fans and UFC champion Magomed Ankalaev who criticized his performance at UFC Baku, where Rountree won a unanimous decision over Jamahal Hill. Despite some fans leaving early and Ankalaev's comments about the fight being boring, Rountree focused on his victory and expressed openness to fighting for the title again, leaving his future matchmaking to the UFC.

sports1 year ago

Carlos Ulberg Replaces Khalil Rountree in UFC 303 Co-Main Event

Khalil Rountree has accepted a 2-month sanction for violating the UFC Anti-Doping Policy after self-reporting the mistaken use of a dietary supplement containing DHEA. The CSAD reduced the sanction due to Rountree's prompt and truthful cooperation, with the ineligibility period starting on May 4, 2024. The Nevada Athletic Commission will separately determine any additional sanctions.

sports2 years ago

Khalil Rountree's Callout and Knockout Win Spark Controversy and Title Fight Talk

UFC light heavyweight Khalil Rountree called out Alex Pereira after his win over Anthony Smith, stating that the matchup would be exciting and make sense. Rountree believes he needs to be in the top 10 rankings to be worthy of fighting for a title. While Rountree tries to ignore critics and toxic opinions, he acknowledges that there will always be people who doubt him. He focuses on the support he receives and continues to do what he loves for himself and his loved ones.

sports2 years ago

"UFC Vegas 83: Song vs. Gutierrez - Winners, Losers, and Octagon Interviews"

Khalil Rountree emerges as the biggest winner at UFC Vegas 83 with a knockout victory over Anthony Smith, earning his fifth straight win and a $50,000 post-fight bonus. Tim Elliott also impresses with a first-round submission win, while Song Yadong dominates Chris Gutierrez for a unanimous decision victory. Anthony Smith suffers a devastating loss, putting him at 1-3 in his last four fights and potentially out of the Top 10 rankings.

sports2 years ago

"Khalil Rountree's Dominant Performance at UFC Vegas 83 Garners Attention and Bonus"

Song Yadong secures a dominant win over Chris Gutierrez in the bantamweight main event at UFC Vegas 83, while Khalil Rountree steals the show with a third-round finish of Anthony Smith in the co-main event. Rountree calls out light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira, and MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Eric Jackman discuss the event, including Song's win, Rountree's title prospects, and other notable performances.

sports2 years ago

Khalil Rountree's TKO Victory Sparks Calls for Alex Pereira Title Fight

Khalil Rountree extends his winning streak to five consecutive fights in the light heavyweight division with a third-round TKO victory over Anthony Smith at UFC Fight Night 233. Social media reacts to Rountree's impressive performance, praising his heavy and fast hands, while some question Smith's strategy of engaging in a kickboxing match with Rountree. Rountree's power and restraint in not delivering more shots after the knockout are also commended.

sports2 years ago

"UFC Vegas 83: Predictions, Play-by-Play, and Full Fight Card Faceoffs"

UFC Vegas 83, originally scheduled to take place in China, will now be held in Las Vegas. The main event features bantamweights Song Yadong and Chris Gutierrez, with Song looking to move up the rankings. Anthony Smith takes on Khalil Rountree in a light heavyweight bout, Nasrat Haqparast faces Jamie Mullarkey in a lightweight matchup, Tim Elliott steps in on short notice to fight Sumudaerji in a flyweight clash, and Jun Yong Park goes for his fifth-straight win against Andre Muniz in the middleweight division. The preliminary card begins at 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN+.