SALT LAKE CITY – Like many, Alex Pereira was caught off guard by Khalil Rountree ’s shot at the UFC light heavyweight belt. “Poatan” is set to defend his belt this Saturday in the main event of UFC 307 at Delta Center ( ESPN+ pay-per-view, ESPNews, ESPN+) against Rountree (14-5 MMA, 9-5 UFC) – who sits at No. 8 in the UFC official rankings. Many thought Magomed Ankalaev was getting the shot, and were surprised to see Rountree get the call, including Pereira (11-2 MMA, 8-1 UFC). “No, I did not envision that,” Pereira said at Wednesday’s UFC 307 media day. “I think in his previous fight the mentioned my name, but he was far behind in the ranks, so it didn’t comet to mind, but you have to prepare for him.” More UFC! Ahead of UFC 307, Jose Aldo's championship flame burns brighter than ever Raquel Pennington fires back at Julianna Peña's criticism before UFC 307: 'I stay authentic' Video: 'UFC 307: Pereira vs
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