Alex Pereira will defend his UFC Light Heavyweight Championship against Khalil Rountree at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. Both fighters are set to bring significant knockout power to their highly anticipated match.
Pereira, also known as "Poatan," recently secured a victory via TKO against Jiri Prochazka, showcasing his fierce striking abilities. Rountree, nicknamed "The War Horse," comes off a win with a KO against Anthony Smith. This fight pairs two athletes known for their ability to end matches decisively.
| Method of victory | Alex Pereira | Khalil Rountree Jr. |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 1.4 (-260) | 6.0 (+500) |
| By decision or technical decision | 11.5 (+1050) | 20.0 (+1900) |
Alex Pereira enters the fight as the heavy favorite with odds of 1.2 (-450), indicating a strong chance of victory. Khalil Rountree Jr., sitting at 4.8 (+375), is the clear underdog in this matchup. The expectations are leaning towards a knockout; Pereira’s chances to win by KO/TKO/DQ stand at 1.4 (-260), significantly higher than Rountree's, who stands at 6.0 (+500). A win by points is less anticipated for both, with Pereira at 11.5 (+1050) and Rountree at an even longer shot of 20.0 (+1900). Betting trends suggest a swift and decisive outcome favoring Pereira.
Live coverage for the Alex Pereira vs Khalil Rountree main card will start at 06:00 PM EST on ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Alex Pereira vs Khalil Rountree |
| USA and Canada (EST) | 2024-10-05 | 18:00 | 21:40 |
| USA and Canada (PT) | 2024-10-05 | 15:00 | 18:40 |
| UK and Ireland | 2024-10-05 | 23:00 | 02:40 |
| Australia | 2024-10-06 | 10:00 | 13:40 |
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