In the most important event of UFC Baku, Rountree Jr. largely dominated Jamahal Hilland the former champion surpasses on the way to a running unanimous statement in his favor.

While the main liner as a whole was criticized from some who expected a more entertaining relationship, ‘The War Horse’ certainly showed moments of violence.

And a powerful outburst has seen Rountree jr enter the history books UFC Baku.

Khalil Rountree Jr. tied Chuck Liddell and Shogun Rua for UFC Light Heavyweight Knockdown Record

Rountree jr’s victory over Hill closed the UFC’s first event in Azerbaijan.

While the night will be unforgettable for ‘The War Horse’, simply because of his backlash victory and return to the title photo, it will also decline as the night in which he made history.

During the five-round main meeting on June 21, Rountree joined JR Hill, which placed the former title challenge level for the divisional record.

Rountree jr’s score of 14 knockdowns is closely linked to former champions Chuck Liddell and Shogun Rua for most in UFC light heavyweight history.

The 35-year-old man will now surpass the two legends by choosing his 15th next time.

Khalil Rountree Jr. KnockDowns wasn’t enough to impress Magomed Ankalaev

After the outcome on Saturday, Rountree JR will undoubtedly hope for the chance to challenge Magomed Ankalaev in line. But it seems that the newly crowned UFC Light Heavyweight Champion was not impressed by the American’s latest performance.

Ankalaev responded to Hill against Rountree Jr. On social media, the couple mocked brutally about how their main event played.

“I’m falling asleep,” Ankalaev wrote.

With that in mind, ‘The War Horse’ will probably have to make a statement with another victory over the highly regarded opposition to secure its place like next in line after Pereira’s expected Rematch later this year.