Khalil Rountree (14-6, 1 NC) knows he has a stern test ahead of him at UFC 320, but he’s used to tough opposition. Rountree is scheduled to meet former light heavyweight titleholder Jiri Prochazka (31-5-1) on Saturday. It’s a pivotal fight in the 205-pound division that will see the winner move one step closer to another championship opportunity.
Rountree’s most recent fight took place in the UFC Baku headliner. He scored a unanimous decision victory over Jamahal Hill by taking a more measured approach than in his past outings. Speaking to Newsweek Sports, Rountree admitted that his mindset changed after falling short in a light heavyweight title fight against Alex Pereira.