Alex Poatan's victims, Jamahal Hill, and Khalil Rountree Jr., face off in the main event of UFC Kansas City

Poatan, Hill and Rountree victims face off in UFC Kansas City (Photo: Montage/SUPER FIGHTS)

Wednesday night (26) was full of announcements from Ultimate. In addition to revealing Raphael Fiziev as a new rival of Justin gaethje protocols for UFC 313 and the duel between Jean Silva e Bryce mitchell protocols for UFC 314, the organization defined the main fight of the UFC Kansas City, with two old acquaintances from Alex Poatán. Jamahal hill e Khalil Rountree Jr. They will face off in a crucial light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) bout at the event on April 26th.

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Former category champion, Jamahal hill occupies the fourth position in the ranking and has not known what it is to win since winning the belt against Glover Teixeira No. UFC 283, in early 2023. Since then, the American has relinquished the title due to a serious heel injury, being knocked out by Alex Poatán upon returning to the octagon in 2024, and also for Jiri Prochazka, at UFC 311, in January of this year.

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On the other side, Khalil Rountree Jr. He is ranked seventh in the division and the last challenger for the belt of Alex Poatán. The 'War Horse' gave the Brazilian a hard time in the initial rounds, but ended up being knocked out in the fourth round, ending a winning streak that had lasted five fights.

Captained by Jamahal hill e Khalil rountree Jr, the UFC Kansas City takes place on April 26th and the entire main card has been revealed by the organization. Check out the list of confirmed fights below.

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