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<h2>Who is Julianna Pena?</h2>
Julianna Pena is a trailblazer in the world of mixed martial arts. Known for her fearless attitude and relentless work ethic, the American fighter has made her mark in the UFC’s women’s bantamweight division. But she’s not just any competitor—Pena is the first woman to ever win The Ultimate Fighter! She is currently ranked no.5 on the women’s P4P (pound for pound) list and also holds the no. 1 spot in the women’s bantamweight division.
<h2>Julianna Pena’s Early Life</h2>
Born on August 19, 1989, Julianna Pena was raised in Spokane, Washington. The youngest of four siblings, she grew up in a tight-knit family, graduating from Mt. Spokane High School in 2007 before attending Spokane Community College.

Of Mexican and Venezuelan descent, Julianna’s story is one of perseverance, grit, and chasing a dream she didn’t know she had. Why? Pena didn’t initially set out to become a fighter. In fact, her first step into the combat world came from a desire to lose weight and channel her energy toward a positive goal.

She started with a cardio kickboxing class—a decision that would ignite a spark she never expected. From there, her passion grew, and she transitioned to mixed martial arts, where she would eventually rise to the top of the UFC's women’s bantamweight division.
<h2>Julianna Pena's Husband</h2>
Behind every champion, there’s often a quiet, unwavering presence. For UFC women’s bantamweight Julianna Pena, that force is her husband, Luis Alejandre. Alejandre is not just a supportive husband; he’s a skilled Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu trainer and practitioner. His passion for martial arts began at 19, setting the stage for a lifelong commitment. Over the years, Alejandre earned his black belt and has since shared his expertise as a defensive tactics instructor for the U.S. Army, police agencies, and more. He’s a man dedicated to both his craft and his country.

The couple’s journey together has seen them build not just a family but also a legacy. In 2018, they welcomed their daughter, Isabella Cruz, into the world. The young girl has already begun learning jiu-jitsu, following in her father’s footsteps. Alejandre even credits Isabella as the inspiration behind the opening of his Stronghold Jiu-Jitsu Academy, located in Chicago.
<h2>Julianna Pena’s Net Worth 2024</h2>
According to information available online, Julianna Pena has a reported net worth of around $2 million. The largest pay-day of her career? It came in her last fight inside the Octagon when she took on Amanda Nunes at UFC 277 in 2022. While she did lose the bout and the bantamweight title, Pena took home a reported base salary of $250,000 and adding the PPV payouts and sponsorship income, her total earnings for that fight were around $492,000.

[caption id="attachment_845569" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-845569" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1155501606.jpg" alt="Julianna Pena" width="1920" height="1338" /> SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 13: Julianna Pena prepares to fight Nico Montano in their women's bantamweight bout during the UFC Fight Night event at Golden 1 Center on July 13, 2019 in Sacramento, California. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)[/caption]

It’s important to note that the figures above aren’t an accurate representation but estimations based on publicly available sources.
<h2>Julianna Pena’s Career Timeline</h2>
In February 2009, Pena made her amateur debut against Kate Dell at ExciteFight: Spokane Fight Night 3. Two months later in May, 2009, she went professional with a debut against Raylene Harvey at ExciteFight: Spokane Fight Night 5.

Fast forward to September 2013, her UFC stint began. It was on 'The Ultimate Fighter 18' aka 'The Ultimate Fighter: Team Rousey vs. Team Tate' with a fight against Gina Mazany. Pena became the first female to win 'TUF' in 2013 when she defeated Jessica Rakoczy in the season finale. But a huge setback followed this career milestone.

In 2014, Julianna Pena suffered a leg injury during a gym workout, resulting in her being out of action for the entire year.

However, 'The Venezuelan Vixen' made a great comeback, claiming three consecutive victories before suffering her first UFC loss at UFC on Fox 23: Valentina Shevchenko vs. Julianna Pena. Shevchenko defeated Pena in the second round via submission (armbar).

Then, she immediately bounced back and defeated Nicco Montano via unanimous decision before suffering another UFC loss against Germaine de Randamie via technical submission (guillotine choke).

Once again, 'The Venezuelan Vixen' managed to put herself back on the map by defeating Sara McMann via submission (rear-naked choke) at UFC 257 in January 2021. In December 2021, she won the UFC women’s bantamweight championship from Amanda Nunes at UFC 269.

In 2023, she returned to TUF as a coach against Nunes, with Team Pena securing wins in both men's heavyweight and women's flyweight categories. However, she would later drop the title to Amanda Nunes at UFC 277.
<h2>Julianna Pena’s UFC Career Stats and Record</h2>
Julianna Pena’s professional MMA record stands at 10 wins and 5 losses. In her UFC career, she’s secured 7 wins and has lost 3 times. According to Tapology, she boasts a 29% KO/TKO rate, a 29% submission rate, and a 43% decision rate.
<h2>Julianna Pena’s Major Achievements and Awards</h2>
The Ultimate Fighter 18 tournament winner

Performance of the Night (2 times) against Milana Dudieva and Amanda Nunes

UFC Honors 2021 Performance of the Year against Amanda Nunes

2021 Upset of the Year vs Amanda Nunes
<h2>Julianna Pena’s Titles</h2>
UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion

The Ultimate Fighter 18 Tournament Winner
<h2> Julianna Pena’s Social Media Accounts</h2>
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/venezuelanvixen

Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JuliannaPenaMMA">https://www.facebook.com/JuliannaPenaMMA</a>

Twitter: https://x.com/VenezuelanVixen
<table>
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<td width="312">Full Name</td>
<td width="312">Julianna Nicole Pena</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="312">Popular Name</td>
<td width="312">The Venezuelan Vixen</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="312">Date of Birth</td>
<td width="312">August 19, 1989</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="312">Birth Place</td>
<td width="312">Spokane, Washington</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="312">Age</td>
<td width="312">35</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="312">Height</td>
<td width="312">5’7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="312">Weight</td>
<td width="312">135 lbs.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="312">Parents</td>
<td width="312">N/A</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="312">Siblings</td>
<td width="312">4</td>
</tr>
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<td width="312">Nationality</td>
<td width="312">American</td>
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<td width="312">Ethnicity</td>
<td width="312">Mexican/Venezuelan</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="312">Net Worth</td>
<td width="312">$ 2 million estimated</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="312">Salary</td>
<td width="312">$250,000 estimated</td>
</tr>
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<td width="312">Spouse</td>
<td width="312">Luis Alejandre</td>
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<td width="312">Relationship/Marital Status</td>
<td width="312">Married</td>
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<td width="312">Children</td>
<td width="312">1</td>
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<td width="312">Profession</td>
<td width="312">UFC Fighter</td>
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<td width="312">Sikjitsu</td>
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<td width="312">2</td>
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<h2>Who is Raquel Pennington?</h2>
Raquel Pennington is the current UFC women's bantamweight champion of the world. 'Rocky' started her MMA journey after she broke her back when he was snowboarding.  Fighting out of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Pennington is currently one of the best fighters in the women's MMA, ranked #8th in the Women's pound-for-pound rankings. She started her UFC journey back in 2013 when she destroyed Roxanne Modaferri by unanimous decision at The Ultimate Fighter: Team Rousey vs. Team Tate Finale at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Since then, 'Rocky' has never looked back.
<h2>Raquel Pennington’s Early Life</h2>
Raquel Pennington was born on September 5, 1988, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. 'Rocky' is half-Caucasian and half-Mexican. She was just 19 when her initial interest in MMA developed and since then she has never looked back. Her father was against her decision to make a career out of professional fighting but they agreed to it later. In 2007, she graduated from Harrison High School with many athletic and academic scholarships to her name.

[caption id="attachment_3213460" align="aligncenter" width="7614"]<img class="size-full wp-image-3213460" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1945951972.jpg" alt="" width="7614" height="5202" /> TORONTO, ONTARIO - JANUARY 19: Raquel Pennington poses on the scale during the UFC 297 ceremonial weigh-in at Scotiabank Arena on January 19, 2024 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)[/caption]

Pennington is very close to her mother, Rose Pennington. According to "Rocky," Her mother has always been a supportive figure in every aspect of her life, <em>"My mom has been there for every single fight. She missed one fight during COVID and she was devastated. She’s been there through all my athletics. She was at every single basketball game, every volleyball game, every softball game. When I was running cross country and track, she was always there," </em>confessed Pennington. Well, apart from this very little is known about her parents considering the fact that the fighter likes to keep a bit of privacy about her personal life and things.
<h2>Raquel Pennington’s Wife and Kids</h2>
Raquel Pennington is married to UFC Women's strawweight fighter, Tecia Torres (now Tecia Pennington). They tied the knot back in 2017 and have been with each other ever since.  Torres and Pennington share a unique relationship with each other and are vocal about their mental health. Born in Fall River, Massachusetts, Torres's MMA journey started from a very early age.

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<h2>Raquel Pennington’s Net Worth 2024</h2>
As of 2024, 'Rocky' has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million. The fighter has earned a major share of her income from fighting under the promotion. As the bantamweight champion of the world, Pennington earns a substantial six-figure amount from her fights. In addition to that she has established a strong reputation in the wellness industry with her Los Angeles studio, offering classes, workshops, and private sessions.

Additionally, she has numerous endorsements to her name as well, including collaborations with Pound 4 Pound Muay Thai Gym, Loot Mogul NFTs, Drnk Fitt, Torque MMA (Shirudo Gear), Dynamic Fastener, and Reebok. A motorcycle enthusiast, she engages in localized collaborations and manages her website, teamrocky.net. Not only that she has appeared in several movies and tv shows as well, some of them are The Jurassic Dead (2017), Fishbowls Are Definitely My Thing (2014), Car-Jumper (2013-2014), Smith &amp; Wesson (2012), ExTerminators (2009), and Weekend Junkies (2007).
<h2>Raquel Pennington’s Career Timeline</h2>
Raquel Pennington, a notable MMA fighter, started her MMA journey back in 2009 when she fought amateur fights. Soon after in 2012, she defeated Kim Couture to start her professional journey. She fought 6 fights in her career under different promotions before starting her journey in the UFC under 'The Ultimate Fighter'. Her official UFC journey started at UFC 171 when she fought Jessica Andrade. She lost that bout by way of a split decision.

Her career has been nothing but a rollercoaster which is marred by defeats as well as moments of success. After being 2-1 in her first three fights under the promotion, Pennington went on a winning streak. She defeated Jéssica Andrade, Bethe Correia, Elizabeth Phillips, and Miesha Tate. After her impressive winning run, she lost some momentum with crushing defeats at the hands of Amanda Nunes and Germaine de Randamie. But she picked herself back up and went on a tear with another 5-fight win streak, earning a title shot against Mayra Bueno Silva at UFC 297 to clinch the vacant bantamweight title.
<h2>Raquel Pennington’s UFC Career Stats and Record</h2>
With a professional record of 16 victories and 8 defeats, she fought 18 fights under the promotion. The Colorado native spent most of her professional life fighting under the UFC. 'Rocky' has never lost three fights in a row in her entire career. As of 2024, the fighter is riding a tremendous six-fight winning streak.
<h2>Raquel Pennington’s Major Achievements and Awards</h2>
<ul>
 	<li>The Ultimate Fighter 18 Fight of the Season vs. Jessamyn Duke.</li>
 	<li>Performance of the Night (One time) vs. Jéssica Andrade.</li>
 	<li>Most bouts in UFC Women's Bantamweight division history (17).</li>
 	<li>Most total fight time in UFC Women's Bantamweight division history.</li>
 	<li>Most decision wins in UFC Women's Bantamweight division history.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Raquel Pennington’s Titles</h2>
Raquel Pennington became the women's bantamweight champion when she defeated Mayra Bueno Silva, to become the bantamweight champion of the world back in 2023.
<h2>Raquel Pennington’s Social Media Accounts</h2>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">https://x.com/rockypmma</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Facebook</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">https://www.facebook.com/raquel.pennington.1</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Website</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">N/A</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Instagram</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">https://www.instagram.com/raquel_pennington/</td>
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<h2>Raquel Pennington personal information</h2>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Full Name</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Raquel Len Pennington</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Popular Name</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Rocky</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Date OF Birth</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">September 5, 1988</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Birthplace</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Colorado Springs, Colorado</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Age</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">36</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Height</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">5'7" (170cm)</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Weight</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">134.8 lbs</td>
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<tr style="height: 24px">
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Parents</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Rose Pennington</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Siblings</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">N/A</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Nationality</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">American</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Ethnicity</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">half-Caucasian and half-Mexican</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Net Worth</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">$1.5 million</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Salary</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">$110K</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Spouse</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Tecia Torres</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Relationship/Marital Status</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Married</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Children</td>
<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Alayah Rose Pennington</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Fighter, instructor</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">Altitude MMA</td>
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<td style="width: 50%;height: 24px">1</td>
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Alex Pereira is ready to grace the octagon for the third time this year, as he defends his light-heavyweight title against <span style="font-weight: 400">Khalil Rountree Jr. The co-main event puts the women's bantamweight title on the line, pitting the ex-champ Julianna Peña against the current champ Raquel Pennington. This night of epic clashes promises to deliver thrilling bouts and is set to be a must-watch event. Here's all that you might need to know. </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>UFC 307: Alex Pereira vs Khalil Rountree Jr. background</strong></h2>
Five weeks ago, the UFC head honcho promised the fans yet another thrilling PPV, UFC 307. Sparks are expected to fly when 'the man with hands of stone' faces the title contender on a 5-win streak menace. Both fighters like to end their fights with KO's and the fans expect no less. The two-title fight PPV also allows for the women's bantamweight champ to prove her merit and for the contender to reclaim her throne. The other fights are no less thrilling and surely Dana White is not one to disappoint.

From undefeated fighters like Movsar Evloev, and the electric Kayla Harrison, and veterans with a warrior spirit like Jose Aldo, we are set to be on our toes.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>UFC 307: Alex Pereira vs Khalil Rountree Jr. full card</strong></h2>
<ul>
 	<li>Alex Pereira vs. Khalil Rountree Jr. – for the light heavyweight title</li>
 	<li>Raquel Pennington vs. Julianna Peña – for women’s bantamweight title</li>
 	<li>Movsar Evloev vs. Aljamain Sterling</li>
 	<li>Jose Aldo vs. Mario Bautista</li>
 	<li>Kayla Harrison vs. Ketlen Vieira</li>
 	<li>Roman Dolidze vs. Kevin Holland</li>
 	<li>Kevin Buckley vs. Stephen Thompson</li>
 	<li>Carla Esparza vs. Tecia Pennington</li>
 	<li>Iasmin Lucindo vs. Marina Rodriguez</li>
 	<li>Cesar Almeida vs. Ihor Potieria</li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Co-main event of UFC 307 - Raquel Pennington vs. Julianna Peña</strong></h2>
After UFC Noche saw the men's bantamweight title change hands, Raquel Pennington will defend her belt against Julianna Peña for the October event<span style="font-weight: 400">. What makes this bout interesting is that Peña who once held the title, had clinched it from Amanda Nunes, but lost it during a rematch. And later when Nunes vacated it following her retirement, Pennington claimed it in a thrilling matchup against Mayra Bueno Silva at UFC 297. </span>

Although <span style="font-weight: 400">Pennington is on a six-fight winning streak, this would be her first title defense. Peña on the other hand, has not stepped into the octagon since July 2022, after she lost the title, and has 2 and won 2 out of her last 4 bouts. An added motivation for Pennington might also be sharing the card with her wife, Tecia Pennington, who would face off against Carla Esparza in the prelims. </span>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Main event of UFC 307 - Alex Pereira vs Khalil Rountree Jr.</strong></h2>
As many fans have cited, <em>"Pereira's back must be hurting from carrying the ufc," </em>the champ will defend his title for a third time after he demolished not just one but two UFC ex-champs- Jamahal Hill and Jiri Prochazka. As for the contender Khalil Rountree Jr., he has been on his own dominant streak, with 4 KO wins out of his 5-win streak. Yet, contrary to Poatan, Rountree has been out of action for almost a year now, and his suspension played a primary role in the same.

Adding an interesting layer to the ordeal, 'The War Horse,' was slated to fight Jamahal Hill at UFC 303 after his UFC 300 defeat. However, Rountree tested positive for a banned substance, which he clarified to have consumed unknowingly in the form of supplements he ingested while preparing for the fight. If we are talking technically, Rountree was under suspension till August 2024, after the Nevada Athletic Commission extended it after testing positive for a-androstanediol, 5b-androstanediol, and androsterone, metabolites of DHEA — an anabolic steroid.

But with Dana White's confirmation, it seems likely that by October, the fighter seems to have reached an agreement with the commission. And Periera is not to back out, his broken toe during UFC 300 standing as a testament to that.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>UFC 307: Alex Pereira vs. Khalil Rountree Jr. Fighters’ Record, Stats, Previous Fights</strong></h2>
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<div>Record: 11-2-0</div>
<div>Last fight: Jiri Prochazka (Win)</div>
<h4>Khalil Rountree Jr.</h4>
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<div>Record: 13-5-0</div>
<div>Last fight: Anthony Smith (Win)</div>
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<h4><strong>Raquel Pennington</strong></h4>
<div>Record: 16-8-0</div>
<div>Last fight: Mayra Bueno Silva (Win)</div>
<h4><strong>Julianna Peña</strong></h4>
<div>Record: 10-5-0</div>
<div>Last fight: Amanda Nunes (Loss)</div>
<h4>Movsar Evloev</h4>
<div>Record: 18-0-0</div>
<div>Last fight: Arnold Allen (Win)</div>
<h4>Jose Aldo</h4>
<div>Record: 32-8-0</div>
<div>Last fight: Jonathan Martinez (Win)</div>
<h4>Kayla Harrison</h4>
<div>Record: 17-1-0</div>
<div>Last fight: Holly Holm (Win)</div>
<h4>Kevin Holland</h4>
<div>Record: 26-11-0</div>
<div>Last fight: Michał Oleksiejczuk (Win)</div>
<h4>Stephen Thompson</h4>
<div>Record: 17-7-1</div>
<div>Last fight: Shavkat Rakhmonov (Loss)</div>
<h4>Carla Esparza</h4>
<div>Record: 19-7-0</div>
<div>Last fight: Weili Zhang (Loss)</div>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Location, Venue, Date, and Time of UFC 307: Alex Pereira vs Khalil Rountree Jr. </strong></h2>
UFC 307 will go down at <strong>Delta Center</strong>, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States on October 5th, 2024. The early prelims start at <b>6 pm ET / 3 pm PT, </b>the prelims at <b>8 pm ET / 5 pm PT</b>, and the main card kicks off at <b>10 pm ET / 7 pm PT.</b>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Previous UFC events at Salt Lake City, Utah</strong></h2>
UFC 307 will mark the promotion's fourth visit to Salt Lake City. The promotion made its first visit memorable with <b>UFC Fight Night: Rodríguez vs. Caceres, </b>on August 2016. Thereafter, in August 2022, for <b>UFC 278: Usman vs. Edwards 2</b>, the city bore witness to Edwards' dominant performance. This also marked their first PPV in the city, which was followed by <b>UFC 291: Poirier vs. Gaethje 2, </b>on July 2023, wherein 'The Diamond' dazzled the fans with a KO victory.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Weigh-Ins, Pre-Fight, and Post-Fight Press Conference</strong></h2>
While weigh-ins usually take place the day before the fight and the pre-fight press conference occurs the day after, the UFC has not made any official announcements yet. However, it is confirmed that the post-fight conference will be held on October 5, 2024, following the thrilling conclusion of the main card.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Commentary team of UFC 307- Will Joe Rogan be there? </strong></h2>
Given that Dana White hasn’t hinted at any surprises so far, fans can remain hopeful to spot the holy triad of UFC commentators—Jon Anik, Daniel Cormier, and Joe Rogan. And if you are wondering if the million-dollar podcaster will be there to take post-fight octagon interviews or not, Joe Rogan will be involved in some capacity, especially since the event is taking place in the U.S.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Where to Watch UFC 307: Pereira vs. Rountree Jr. Tickets</strong></h2>
In terms of streaming options, for the US fans, it is the usual ESPN+. International viewers can check with their local UFC broadcast partners for further information. And for those who wish to catch the action live from the venue, VIP tickets are available at the <a href="https://ufcvip.com/d/ufc-307-tickets?utm_source=ufc.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=ufc_307-main_event_page">official UFC website</a> alongside SEAT GEEK.

UFC 307: Alex Pereira vs Khalil Rountree Jr.

UFC's fourth visit to Salt Lake City is set to keep your heart pounding. Here's all you need to know about UFC 307: Alex Pereira vs Khalil Rountree Jr.