Khalil Rountree Sails Past Jamahal Hill in One-Sided UFC Baku Headliner
Briefly

Khalil Rountree showcased a dominant performance at UFC on ABC 8, defeating former titleholder Jamahal Hill through a strategic five-round unanimous decision. Rountree's effective leg kicks dismantled Hill's base and led to multiple knockdowns, illustrating his evolution as a contender in the light heavyweight category. In the co-main event, Rafael Fiziev ended a three-fight losing streak by outclassing Ignacio Bahamondes with superior striking and grappling, ensuring a unanimous decision win. Meanwhile, Curtis Blaydes secured a narrow split decision against Rizvan Kuniev, concluding a night of exciting matches that underscored Rountree and Fiziev's respective comebacks.
Rountree's calculated strikes and strategic leg kicks left Jamahal Hill unable to adapt, showcasing his dominance in the light heavyweight division.
Fiziev showcased his skills effectively throughout the bout, using a mix of powerful striking and smart grappling to ensure a unanimous victory over Bahamondes.
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