Rematch on Hold: Injured UFC Fighter Jamahal Hill Eyes Pereira But Puts the Champion on Notice

Jamahal Hill, a former UFC light heavyweight champion, is itching to get back into the octagon. However, a knee injury has him sidelined for now, forcing him to watch from the sidelines as the light heavyweight division unfolds. Hill’s laser focus is on one thing: securing a rematch with Alex Pereira, the man who dethroned him at UFC 300.

Scheduled to fight at UFC 303, Hill was scratched due to injury. Taking to YouTube, he addressed the Pereira fight, not to dwell on the loss itself, but to offer his perspective on the highly anticipated bout. Hill explained his fight strategy and why he felt he was in control until the fight’s turning point. Referencing a past defeat where he readily accepted defeat, Hill emphasized this video was solely about providing clarity on the Pereira fight.

A contentious moment in the Pereira fight was the final sequence. Hill threw a low kick that caught Pereira’s attention, prompting the referee to step in for a potential foul. However, Pereira waved off the check, and Hill went down moments later from a Pereira punch.

“There are no hard feelings towards him,” Hill said of Pereira. “He’s a gritty competitor, and while it stings to be on the losing end, he capitalized on the opportunity and emerged victorious.”

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Hill’s current priority is getting healthy. However, he’s keeping a close eye on the upcoming Pereira rematch against Jiri Prochazka at UFC 303. Interestingly, the championship title itself isn’t a primary concern for Hill. His sights are set squarely on Pereira.

In a message directly to Pereira, Hill declared, “Good luck in your rematch with Jiri. Because if you lose, forget a title shot, it’s me you’re fighting next. If you win, I’ll take out the next contender in line, and we’ll run it back soon. But you lose? We’ll settle this unfinished business real soon.”

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The UFC world awaits news on Hill’s recovery timeline, but one thing is certain: Jamahal Hill is hungry for redemption against Alex Pereira. While the champion’s belt holds prestige, Hill’s focus is on Pereira, and the winner of Pereira’s upcoming fight will likely determine who Hill faces next. One thing is for sure, whenever he returns, Jamahal Hill is a force to be reckoned with in the light heavyweight division. 

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