UFC 307 is shaping up to be an unmissable mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). This high-stakes bout is scheduled for October 5, 2024, at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, and promises explosive action as two powerhouse fighters, Alex Pereira and Khalil Rountree Jr., go head-to-head.
The two fighters met again in April 2023, with Adesanya reclaiming the middleweight belt in spectacular fashion via a second-round knockout. Instead of continuing the rivalry, Pereira opted to move up to the light heavyweight division to solidify his legacy as one of the sport's most dangerous fighters.
Pereira’s Journey to UFC 307
After making the switch from kickboxing to MMA, Pereira quickly climbed the ranks. Since his UFC debut in November 2021, he’s secured three consecutive wins, earning a shot at the middleweight title against Israel Adesanya at UFC 281 in 2022. In a fight that saw Adesanya leading most of the way, Pereira stunned the MMA world with a fifth-round TKO to capture the middleweight title.The two fighters met again in April 2023, with Adesanya reclaiming the middleweight belt in spectacular fashion via a second-round knockout. Instead of continuing the rivalry, Pereira opted to move up to the light heavyweight division to solidify his legacy as one of the sport's most dangerous fighters.
UFC 307 Start Time and Key Details
The event’s main card begins on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024, with varying start times depending on your location. Here's a breakdown of the schedule:United States and Canada:
- Main Card: 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT
- Prelims: 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT
- Early Prelims: 6:30 p.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. PT
United Kingdom:
- Main Card: Oct. 6, 3 a.m. BST
- Prelims: Oct. 6, 1 a.m. BST
- Early Prelims: Oct. 5, 11:30 p.m. BST
Australia:
- Main Card: Oct. 6, 12 p.m. AEST
- Prelims: Oct. 6, 10 a.m. AEST
- Early Prelims: Oct. 6, 8:30 a.m. AEST
Main Event Timing
If you're mainly interested in the highly anticipated main event, featuring Alex Pereira vs. Khalil Rountree Jr., expect the fighters to make their ring walks no earlier than 1 a.m. ET (Oct. 6), which is 10 p.m. PT in the United States.Why UFC 307 is a Must-Watch
With Pereira’s impressive transition to light heavyweight and Rountree Jr.'s proven track record as a formidable contender, UFC 307 promises a thrilling contest. Both fighters are known for their striking abilities, making this bout a potential stand-up war.
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