For all intents and purposes, 2024 is the year of “Poatan.”
From April to October, the striking talents of Alex Pereira produced three of the finest title fight finishes of the year, and UFC 307 was no exception. Despite a valiant effort from Khalil Rountree Jr., Pereira defended his light heavyweight title for the third time in the span of seven months. There is a clear challenger on the horizon, but even he has some work to do before stepping up to face the Brazilian.
This is where we stand in the light heavyweight division:
Champion: Alex Pereira
Last Fight: TKO Win vs Khalil Rountree Jr.