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Jiri Prochazka fires shots at Jamahal Hill and Magomed Ankalaev ahead of UFC 311
Fernando Quiles - November 26, 2024
Jiri Prochazka is tired of hearing shade from Jamahal Hill and Magomed Ankalaev. Prochazka and Hill are set to collide in a battle of former world champions at UFC 311 on January 18th. Both men are coming off losses to Alex Pereira and are hoping to get back on the winning track. It’s a pivotal fight in the light heavyweight division, as the winner could find himself in yet another title fight depending on what the champion Alex Pereira’s next fight is and what the outcome will be.
Jon Jones explains why he’s picking Jamahal Hill to defeat Jiri Prochazka at UFC 311: “I’m a big fan of basic techniques”
Harry Kettle - November 26, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has explained why he’s picking Jamahal Hill to defeat Jiri Prochazka at UFC 311. For Jamahal Hill, his upcoming fight against Jiri Prochazka is going to be really important. The former UFC light heavyweight champion wants to prove he still belongs at the top of the division in the wake of his one-sided defeat at the hands of Alex Pereira in the main event of UFC 300. Of course, given how stacked things are looking at 205 pounds, that’ll be easier said than done.
Former UFC champion Jamahal Hill slams Magomed Ankalaev: 'I can do beef like that, f*** you'
Fernando Quiles - November 24, 2024
Jamahal Hill has taken aim at Magomed Ankalaev. Ankalaev is likely next in line for a shot at UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira. Hill is a former 205-pound titleholder, and he’s looking to rebound from a first-round KO against “Poatan.”
Jamahal Hill blasts Magomed Ankalaev for "boring" fight at UFC 308: "That performance sucked"
Cole Shelton - October 29, 2024
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill was not happy with Magomed Ankalaev’s performance at UFC 308. Ankalaev picked up a decision win over Aleksandar Rakic in a rather lackluster fight. Neither man threw many strikes, as Hill called it boring. But, he says the blame is on Ankalaev for making it such a boring fight.
Jamahal Hill discredits Khalil Rountree Jr. after UFC 307, addresses detractors: "Not in my bracket!"
Curtis Calhoun - October 16, 2024
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill has heard the noise from those who believe Khalil Rountree Jr. would beat him after watching UFC 307. Rountree lost to UFC light heavyweight champ Alex Pereira in the UFC 307 main event earlier this month. After nearly finishing Pereira in the opening rounds, Pereira put a torrid pace on Rountree as the fight went on, battering him and finishing him in Round 4.
Jamahal Hill explains viral yawn after watching Alex Pereira vs. Khalil Rountree at UFC 307
Curtis Calhoun - October 10, 2024
Wormer UFC light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill opened up on his nonchalant reaction to the Alex Pereira vs. Khalil Rountree Jr. UFC 307 headliner. Pereira finished Rountree by fourth-round TKO at UFC 307 last Saturday in Salt Lake City. He defended the light heavyweight belt three times in seven months and plans to take some time off before his return.
Khalil Rountree Jr. targets "Inevitable" Jamahal Hill rebooking after UFC 307 defeat
Curtis Calhoun - October 8, 2024
UFC light heavyweight contender Khalil Rountree Jr. isn’t planning on taking an extensive absence after falling short of gold last weekend against Alex Pereira. Pereira defeated Rountree by fourth-round TKO to retain the UFC light heavyweight belt at UFC 307. Despite entering UFC 307 as a significant underdog, Rountree held his own against Pereira and nearly stopped him in the early rounds.
Alex Pereira fires back at Jamahal Hill following UFC 307: 'Maybe he just woke up'
Fernando Quiles - October 6, 2024
Alex Pereira has returned fire at Jamahal Hill following UFC 307. Pereira put the 205-pound gold at stake against Khalil Rountree in Salt Lake City. It wasn’t an easy fight for “Poatan,” but he eventually put the gutsy Rountree away via fourth-round TKO. It was a crowd pleasing fight, but Hill didn’t appear to be on the edge of his seat.
Jamahal Hill explodes at Magomed Ankalaev after recent remarks: "You're light work for me!"
Curtis Calhoun - August 19, 2024
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill issued a fiery response to Magomed Ankalaev’s recent social media jabs. Ankalaev will face Aleksandar Rakić at UFC 308 on October 26th in Abu Dhabi. He returns to the Octagon after being passed up for the next light heavyweight title shot in favor of Khalil Rountree, who will face Alex Pereira at UFC 307.
Magomed Ankalaev blasts "Crying" Jamahal Hill after critical remarks about UFC 307 title fight
Curtis Calhoun - August 16, 2024
UFC light heavyweight contender Magomed Ankalaev scolded Jamahal Hill for his scathing remarks about the UFC 307 main event. UFC 307 is headlined by UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira’s return against the surging contender Khalil Rountree Jr. Pereira returns to the Octagon following a knockout win over Jiří Procházka at UFC 303 on weeks’ notice.
Jamahal Hill vents frustration after Khalil Rountree gets title shot after failing drug test: "Terrible for the sport"
Cole Shelton - August 16, 2024
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill has vented his frustration after Khalil Rountree was given the next title shot at 205lbs. UFC CEO Dana White announced on Friday that Pereira would be defending his light heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 307 in Utah against Rountree. The fight came as a huge surprise, especially due to the fact that Rountree was pulled from his last fight against Hill due to a failed drug test.
Jamahal Hill says he holds no ill will towards Alex Pereira: “I’m going to make quite a bit of money fighting Alex again”
Harry Kettle - July 4, 2024
Jamahal Hill has made it known that he has no ill will towards Alex Pereira ahead of a potential rematch in the future. Back at UFC 300, Jamahal Hill challenged Alex Pereira for the UFC light heavyweight championship. Unfortunately for him, it didn’t go so well. He was finished off pretty quickly by ‘Poatan’, leaving Hill to go back to the drawing board and reflect on what went wrong. Of course, he’ll have to earn his way back to a title shot, but he feels pretty confident in his ability to do that.
WATCH | Jamahal Hill live reacts to Alex Pereira's head kick knockout at UFC 303
Curtis Calhoun - June 30, 2024
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill didn’t seem as amazed as most were by Alex Pereira’s latest knockout victory. Pereira retained the UFC light heavyweight title by finishing Jiří Procházka in the UFC 303 headliner. He caught his opponent with a head kick just seconds into the second round to secure his latest knockout finish.
Volkan Oezdemir challenges Jamahal Hill to fight at UFC Paris: “I’ll put you to sleep!”
Harry Kettle - June 29, 2024
UFC fighter Volkan Oezdemir has challenged Jamahal Hill to a showdown at UFC Paris later this year. Over the course of the last few years, Volkan Oezdemir has had his fair share of ups and downs. As we know, he once challenged for the UFC light heavyweight championship, falling short against Daniel Cormier. Alas, following that result, he dusted himself off and got back to work. Most recently, he viciously knocked out Johnny Walker to continue building some momentum in the division.
REPORT | Jamahal Hill vs. Carlos Ulberg now in danger for UFC 303, replacement fight being sought
Josh Evanoff - June 13, 2024
It seems that UFC 303 is now in danger of losing its co-main event in the form of Jamahal Hill vs. Carlos Ulberg. In case some fans haven’t heard, the UFC 303 card is currently falling apart. The long-awaited main event between Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler appears to be off as of now. While that’s far from official, reporting from Ariel Helwani has confirmed that the promotion is currently seeking replacements for ‘The Notorious’.
Alex Pereira questions the timing of Jamahal Hill's UFC 300 remarks: "Maybe he just woke up?"
Curtis Calhoun - June 10, 2024
UFC light heavyweight titleholder Alex Pereira harshly criticized Jamahal Hill for reigniting their feud almost two full months since UFC 300. Pereira defeated Hill in the UFC 300 main event in April to retain the UFC light heavyweight title. Just minutes into the fight, Pereira landed a massive left hook to send Hill into unconsciousness.
Jamahal Hill takes issue with Alex Pereira's celebration following their UFC 300 fight: "He did some weak s*it"
Josh Evanoff - June 5, 2024
Jamahal Hill still has his eyes on Alex Pereira months removed from their UFC 300 bout. ‘Sweet Dreams’ ended a long hiatus earlier this year in the main event of UFC 300 in April. The fight was Jamahal Hill’s first since claiming a decision victory over Glover Teixeira in January 2023. That bout saw him become the light-heavyweight champion. However, he was forced to vacate the gold due to injury later that summer.
WATCH: Sean Strickland spars former UFC champ Jamahal Hill in final UFC 302 prep
Curtis Calhoun - May 27, 2024
Former UFC champions Sean Strickland and Jamahal Hill are getting lots of work in ahead of their Octagon returns in June. Strickland will face former UFC middleweight title challenger Paulo Costa in the UFC 302 co-main event this Saturday in Newark. He returns looking to get back on track after a close loss to Dricus du Plessis in his lone middleweight title defense at UFC 297 in January.