🥋 Khalil Rountree vs Jamahal Hill UFC Baku 2025: Complete Recap, Scorecards & What’s Next for Rountree
🗓️ Fight Summary: Rountree’s Smart, Surgical Destruction of Hill
At UFC Fight Night in Baku, Khalil Rountree Jr. returned to top form with a dominant unanimous decision win over former champion Jamahal Hill. The judges scored it:
- 50-45
- 50-45
- 49-46
Rountree’s measured yet relentless approach neutralized Hill’s offense from Round 1, with crippling leg kicks and two knockdowns in Round 3 proving pivotal. Khalil Rountree vs Jamahal Hill UFC Baku 2025.
📉 Rountree’s Redemption: Learning from the Pereira Loss
This was Rountree’s first appearance since his title fight loss to Alex Pereira in October 2024. He came in ranked No. 7 and displayed maturity, discipline, and evolution in his strategy:
“I don’t have to go, go, go all the time. If I’m winning a round, I can secure that and be a smart, professional, championship-level fighter.”
Rountree acknowledged how the Pereira loss influenced his fight IQ, leading to a patient but commanding performance.
🦵 Leg Kicks Set the Tone
The real story of the fight was Rountree’s relentless attack on Hill’s lead leg:
- Hill could barely stand by Round 3
- Forced to switch stances constantly
- Couldn’t launch effective strikes due to compromised balance
đź’Ą Round 3 Knockdowns: Historic Milestone
In Round 3, Rountree:
- Dropped Hill at 2:00 with a counter left hook
- Knocked him down again with a right hook in the final 30 seconds
These brought Rountree’s career knockdown total to 14, tying UFC legends:
- Chuck Liddell
- Mauricio “Shogun” Rua
đź“Š UFC Baku: Rountree vs Hill Stats
| Category | Rountree | Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Total Strikes | 94 | 63 |
| Knockdowns | 2 | 0 |
| Takedowns | 0 | 0 |
| Octagon Control | High | Low |
| Final Result | Unanimous Decision (50-45, 50-45, 49-46) | Â |
🏆 What’s Next for Khalil Rountree Jr.?
With this win, Rountree improves to 14-6 and puts himself back in the title conversation.
He has never faced Magomed Ankalaev, who captured the title in March 2025 from Alex Pereira. Rountree has now defeated the No. 4-ranked contender, clearing a direct path to a possible title eliminator or a shot at the belt.
“If I had to fight Ankalaev next, I would do it. Whatever gets me closer to the title.”
📌 FAQs – Khalil Rountree Jr. vs Jamahal Hill at UFC Baku
Q1. Who won the UFC Fight Night main event between Khalil Rountree Jr. and Jamahal Hill?
Khalil Rountree Jr. won via unanimous decision, with scores of 50-45, 50-45, and 49-46.
Q2. How did Rountree beat Hill?
Rountree dominated with leg kicks, precise striking, and two knockdowns in Round 3, effectively neutralizing Hill’s offense.
Q3. What historical UFC milestone did Rountree reach in this fight?
He recorded his 14th career knockdown, tying legends Chuck Liddell and Mauricio “Shogun” Rua for most knockdowns in UFC light heavyweight history.
Q4. What’s next for Khalil Rountree Jr.?
Rountree could be in line for a title eliminator or even a championship fight against current light heavyweight champ Magomed Ankalaev.
Q5. Where was the fight held?
The bout headlined UFC Fight Night in Baku, Azerbaijan on Saturday.
âś… Conclusion
Khalil Rountree Jr.’s dominant win over Jamahal Hill at UFC Baku marks a pivotal moment in his resurgence toward title contention. With precise leg kicks, disciplined striking, and two decisive knockdowns, Rountree showcased not just power—but maturity and tactical growth. Tying UFC legends in career knockdowns and defeating a top-5 opponent, he has firmly re-established himself as a serious threat in the light heavyweight division. A potential matchup with current champion Magomed Ankalaev could be next, and based on this performance, Rountree looks more ready than ever.
