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Tyson Fury reacts to UFC Pereira vs. Rountree fight

Written by Héctor Araque on 6th October 2024.

Tyson Fury

The famous British boxer Tyson Fury has reacted to the main event of UFC 307. The fight was between champion Alex Pereira and Khalil Rountree. Fury shared a message on his official Instagram account. The post was accompanied by an image of Rountree’s injured face after the intense fight.

“We don’t play in the fight game,” Fury wrote. The message highlights the brutal and demanding nature of the sport. He also emphasized the commitment and physical sacrifice of combat athletes. Fury praised Rountree, calling him the “Warrior of the modern day,” acknowledging his courage in the cage.

Tyson Fury’s reaction highlights the respect the boxer has for MMA fighters. He recognizes the sacrifice involved in stepping into the octagon and giving it all in every fight.

The fight marked Pereira’s third defense as UFC Light Heavyweight Champion this year. Although Rountree started strong in the first rounds, Pereira showcased his skill. In the fourth round, the Brazilian capitalized and won by TKO.

The UFC 307 card not only featured this intense fight. Julianna Peña defeated Raquel Pennington in an exciting split decision. The judges scored it 48-47, 47-48, 48-47, crowning Peña as the new UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion.

Another notable fight was between Mario Bautista and UFC legend Jose Aldo. Bautista edged out Aldo by split decision with scores of 28-29, 29-28, and 29-28. This victory was significant, as Aldo is a UFC Hall of Famer.

UFC 307 took place on October 5, 2024, at the Delta Center. This stadium is located in Salt Lake City, Utah, United States.

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