UFC 307, held in Salt Lake City, Utah, delivered an electric night of fights featuring two title bouts that had fans on the edge of their seats. The main event saw Alex Pereira successfully defend his light heavyweight title against Khalil Rountree Jr.. Pereira, known for his striking prowess, controlled much of the fight with his crisp technique and power, outlasting Rountree over the course of five rounds. Rountree, in his first title shot, showcased resilience, but Pereira’s experience and championship mindset carried him to victory, marking his third defense at 205 pounds(
In the co-main event, Raquel Pennington retained her bantamweight title in a long-anticipated match against former champ Julianna Peña. This bout was a decade in the making, with both fighters having known each other since their days on The Ultimate Fighter. Pennington's grappling and cage control proved decisive, earning her a unanimous decision and cementing her reign atop the bantamweight division(
Another notable fight was Ketlen Vieira versus Kayla Harrison, which held potential future title implications. Vieira's superior striking led to a unanimous decision victory, possibly setting her up as the next challenger for Pennington’s belt(
The undercard also delivered with memorable performances, including a José Aldo win over rising star Mario Bautista, solidifying Aldo's position as one of the greatest to ever compete in MMA(
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