Khalil Rountree Jr. will not be able to compete in the main event of UFC Kansas City against Jamahal Hill, as Hill is injured and unable to fight on April 26. Rountree shared this news on his YouTube channel, expressing his disappointment at the fight being postponed indefinitely.
In light of this change, the UFC has announced a new headliner for the event in Kansas City. Ian Machado Garry will face off against Carlos Prates in a welterweight matchup.
Rountree, ranked No. 7 at light heavyweight, was not provided with specific details about Hill’s injury. All he knows is that the fight had to be postponed due to Hill needing more time to recover.
Despite the setback, Rountree remains hopeful that the matchup with Hill can be rescheduled for a later date. He is eager to face his opponent and continue pursuing his goals in 2025.
Hill, who was looking for his second fight of the year, suffered a loss in his previous bout at UFC 311. Rountree and Hill were previously scheduled to fight at UFC 303, but Rountree had to withdraw due to a suspension.
Rountree is determined to make the fight with Hill happen and is optimistic that the injury will heal quickly so they can face off in the octagon.