Who’s next for Khalil Rountree after beating Jamahal Hill?
MMA Junkie’s Mike Bohn plays matchmaker and looks ahead to what makes sense for Khalil Rountree.
Khalil Rountree Jr. proved he’s levelled up to an elite tier on Saturday when he thoroughly defeated former champion Jamahal Hill at UFC on ABC 8.
Rountree Jr. (14-6 MMA, 10-6 UFC) rebounded from a title-fight loss to then-champ Alex Pereira in October by methodically breaking down Hill (12-4 MMA, 6-4 UFC) over for the course of five rounds for a unanimous decision in the headliner at Baku Crystal Hall in Azerbaijan.
Although he claimed his worth for a title shot post-fight, it might not be that easy for Rountree Jr. What’s next? Watch the video above for thoughts and analysis after his UFC on ABC 8 win.
Khalil Rountree Jr. wants a title shot after his UFC Baku win over Jamahal Hill, but is it realistic? We break it down.
