UFC Fight Night Hill vs Rountree Jr: Preview, fight card, time, telecast, live streaming & more

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Published at :June 18, 2025 at 5:34 PM

Modified at :June 18, 2025 at 5:34 PM

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Octagon touches down in Baku, Azerbaijan, this weekend

The UFC returns to international soil with a stacked 12-fight lineup as UFC Fight Night: Hill vs. Rountree Jr. takes place at the Baku Crystal Palace in Azerbaijan.

Headlining the event is a high-stakes light heavyweight clash between former champion Jamahal Hill and surging contender Khalil Rountree Jr., who looks to bounce back into title contention after a recent championship loss.

The main card carries extra significance for local fans, with three fighters representing the host nation looking to make their mark on home turf. The rest of the card promises fireworks, featuring rising prospects, seasoned veterans, and closely matched bouts across multiple divisions.

This international showcase not only highlights the UFC’s continued global expansion but also introduces a fresh market to elite MMA action. Here’s everything you need to know about UFC Fight Night: Hill vs Rountree Jr., including the full fight card, start time, telecast details, and live streaming information.

UFC Fight Night Hill vs Rountree Jr.: Main Card

Jamahal Hill vs Khalil Rountree Jr. – Light Heavyweight
Rafael Fiziev vs Ignacio Bahamondes – Lightweight
Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai – Lightweight
Curtis Blaydes vs Rizvan Kuniev – Heavyweight
Nazim Sadykhov vs Nikolas Motta – Lightweight
Muhammad Naimov vs Bogdan Grad – Featherweight

UFC Fight Night Hill vs Rountree Jr.: Preliminary Card

SeokHyun Ko vs Oban Elliott
Ismail Naurdiev vs JunYong Park
Daria Zhelezniakova vs Melissa Mullins
Irina Alekseeva vs Klaudia Sygula
Tagir Ulanbekov vs Azat Maksum
Hamdy Abdelwahab vs Mohammed Usman

Jamahal Hill vs Khalil Rountree Jr. – Light Heavyweight

Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree Jr. are finally set to meet after two previously canceled bouts, in a pivotal light heavyweight showdown. Hill, the former champion, is searching for his first win since capturing the title in early 2023, following back-to-back losses to Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka.

He showed promise in his UFC 311 bout against Prochazka but was ultimately outgunned in a wild exchange. Rountree, meanwhile, impressed fans with his gritty performance against Pereira at UFC 307, solidifying his status as a top contender despite the fourth-round stoppage.

With both men eager to make a statement, tensions have risen, particularly with Hill leading the pre-fight trash talk. This long-anticipated clash carries major stakes in the 205-pound division.

Rafael Fiziev vs Ignacio Bahamondes – Lightweight

Lightweight fireworks are expected in the co-main event as Rafael Fiziev takes on rising contender Ignacio Bahamondes. Representing Azerbaijan, Fiziev returns for his second fight of 2025, looking to break a three-fight losing streak.

Despite setbacks against Mateusz Gamrot and Justin Gaethje, alongside a knee injury, Fiziev remains a dangerous, highly respected striker within the UFC’s Top 15.

Standing across from him is the surging Bahamondes, who’s won three straight and six of his last seven. The 27-year-old Chilean, now based in Chicago, enters the bout on the heels of a dominant first-round submission win over Jalin Turner at UFC 313. Known for his reach and finishing power, Bahamondes has secured first-round stoppages in each of his last three victories.

This matchup pits technical precision against rangy explosiveness, with ranking implications on the line. Can Fiziev bounce back in front of a home crowd, or will Bahamondes continue his ascent with another highlight-reel finish?

Date, Time and Venue

The event is scheduled for Saturday, June 21, live from the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, United States, with the main card starting at 3 PM ET/12 PM PT (Saturday), 8 PM BST (Saturday), and 12:30 a.m. IST (Sunday, June 22) in India. Please note that these timings may vary depending on the duration of the main card fights

Where to watch UFC Fight Night Hill vs Rountree Jr. in India?

UFC Fight Night Hill vs Rountree Jr. will be aired live on Sony Sports Network and SonyLiv in India.

Where to watch around the globe?

To catch all the action of UFC Fight Night Hill vs Rountree Jr., prelims, and early prelims, tune in to ESPN+ and UFC Fight Pass, while the main card will be available on ESPN+ pay-per-view.

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