Wed Oct 02 13:30:00 UTC 2024: ## UFC 307 Media Day: Pereira vs. Rountree Headlines Salt Lake City Event

**SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH** – The hype is building for UFC 307, and fans got their first glimpse of the action during the media day extravaganza held today at Delta Center.

The event, headlined by a light heavyweight title clash between reigning champion **Alex Pereira** and challenger **Khalil Rountree Jr.**, drew a packed house of media and fans.

Rountree, known for his explosive knockout power, has former UFC welterweight champion **Kamaru Usman** in his corner, with Usman confidently predicting an upset. “I think Khalil Rountree shocks the world,” Usman stated on his podcast, highlighting Rountree’s unique style and potential to dethrone the champion.

The card also features a compelling women’s bantamweight title bout between reigning champion **Raquel Pennington** and former champion **Julianna Pena**. This long-awaited rematch stems from their heated rivalry, dating back to their time on The Ultimate Fighter 18.

Other notable fighters expected to participate in the media day include: **Jose Aldo**, **Kayla Harrison**, **Kevin Holland**, **Stephen Thompson**, and **Joaquin Buckley**, promising a stacked event brimming with talent and excitement.

UFC 307 takes place on Saturday, October 5th, at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. The prelims start at 6:30 PM ET, followed by the main card at 10 PM ET, showcasing a night of thrilling action and high-stakes competition.

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