Rountree predicts 'fireworks' against Poatan and doesn't rule out Hall of Fame induction after fight

American says fight will mark his history in MMA; athletes fight for light heavyweight belt on October 5, at UFC 307

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Khalil rountree faces Alex Poatán on October 5th. (Photo: Montage/SUPER LUTAS)

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Scheduled for the biggest fight of his career, Khalil rountree expect nothing more than a real show in front of Alex Poatán on October 5st, at UFC 307. Despite competing for the light heavyweight belt (up to 93kg), the fighter shows that he is willing to not be intimidated and provide a Hall of Fame-worthy fight for the Ultimate fans and officials.

“This is a fight that I will remember for the rest of my life. It is a moment in my history that I will remember. I want this to be one of those fights that people will talk about for years to come, that this fight can go into the Hall of Fame,” Rountree said in an interview with Michael Bisping.

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Heading into his first title fight in the UFC, Khalil stated and reinforced that he will not resort to using grappling against Alex Poatán in the octagon in Salt Lake City (USA). Known for his aggressive style and knockout power, the fighter has never taken down opponents in the Ultimate and has guaranteed that he will fire coaches who ask for such a strategy against the Brazilian.

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Protagonists of UFC 307 On October 5, the fighters will face a crucial duel in the light heavyweight division. Currently ranked eighth, Rountree appears as a big underdog for the fight, while Poatan is the biggest favorite in his career with the organization so far.

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