Former UFC opponent of Khalil Rountree and Jamahal Hill doesn't hesitate and chooses favorite: 'He's going to sleep'

Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree face off first. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC

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Americans Khalil Rountree Jr. and Jamahal Hill face off this Saturday (21) in what is undoubtedly one of the most important and anticipated duels in recent times in the light heavyweight division (up to 93 kg). And for Paul Craig , a former opponent of both fighters, it is possible to define a clear favorite for the main event of UFC Baku.

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In an interview with the ' Talk Sport ' portal this Friday (20), the Scotsman spoke about each other's fighting style and was categorical in stating that he sees Rountree with great chances of knocking out the former champion.

“I think it all comes down to: do you bring a hammer to a punching match? When I say a hammer, (I mean) the power that Khalil Rountree has: He has enormous strength. And although Jamahal Hill is technically great at striking, it’s only a matter of time before he gets hit. I believe he (Hill) will go to sleep. I’m excited for that, just like most people will be excited for this fight,” Craig stated.

Khalil Rountree knocked out Paul Craig in UFC

Four years ago today, Khalil rountree knocked out Paul Craig in Scotland
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In addition to sharing his opinions on Saturday's fight (21), the fighter also praised Roundtree's evolution over the years. The two faced each other in 2017, with the American winning by knockout in the first round.

“Khalil knocked me out, and it was one of the most devastating knockouts I’ve ever suffered. When you think about his career and how it’s progressed since his early days in the UFC, he was just a brawler, but now he’s a skilled, controlled brawler. When we saw him against (Alex) Pereira for the title, he held it together so well, and as a fan of mixed martial arts, I’m looking forward to seeing how that fight goes,” he concluded.

Four years later, Craig and Hill faced off at UFC 263 , and the Scotsman won the fight after injuring his opponent with an armbar.

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