Rountree Defeats Hill at UFC Baku Debut

Khalil Rountree Jr. defeated former champion Jamahal Hill by unanimous decision in the main event of UFC Baku, with scores of 49-46, 50-45, and 50-45. Rountree dominated with powerful leg kicks and multiple knockdowns, overwhelming Hill and securing a key victory in the light heavyweight division. Hill, ranked No. 4, suffered his third straight loss, while No. 7-ranked Rountree reestablished himself as a top contender following his defeat to Alex Pereira. Estimated payouts for this non-title fight suggest Hill earned about $200,000 and Rountree between $90,000 and $100,000. The event marked the UFC's first appearance in Baku, Azerbaijan, highlighting a shift in the division's landscape. Rountree's win strengthens his case for another title opportunity.