**UFC 307: Championship Fights Take Center Stage in Salt Lake City**
This Saturday, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) returns to Salt Lake City with a stacked card featuring two highly anticipated title fights. In the main event, reigning light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira puts his title on the line against formidable challenger Khalil Rountree Jr. at the Delta Center.
The co-main event sees women’s bantamweight champion Raquel Pennington facing off against former champ Julianna Peña in a thrilling rematch. The main card will be broadcast on ESPN+ pay-per-view at 10 p.m. ET, preceded by prelims on ESPNews/ESPN+ at 8 p.m. and early prelims on ESPN+ at 6:30 p.m.
**Fight Card**
* Light heavyweight championship: Alex Pereira (c) vs. Khalil Rountree Jr.
* Women’s bantamweight championship: Raquel Pennington (c) vs. Julianna Peña
* Men’s bantamweight: José Aldo vs. Mario Bautista
* Women’s bantamweight: Ketlen Vieira vs. Kayla Harrison
* Middleweight: Roman Dolidze vs. Kevin Holland
**Prelims**
* Welterweight: Stephen Thompson vs. Joaquin Buckley
* Strawweight: Marina Rodriguez vs. Iasmin Lucindo
* Middleweight: Cesar Almeida vs. Ihor Potieria
* Lightweight: Austin Hubbard vs. Alexander Hernandez
**Early Prelims**
* Light heavyweight: Ryan Spann vs. Ovince Saint Preux
* Strawweight: Carla Esparza vs. Tecia Pennington
* Welterweight: Court McGee vs. Tim Means
**Storylines**
Alex Pereira’s remarkable title defense streak continues as he faces Khalil Rountree Jr. in the main event. Pereira’s aggressive fighting style and ability to finish fights quickly have made him a fan favorite. However, Rountree Jr. is no pushover, boasting an impressive knockout record and a vow to stand and trade with Pereira.
The women’s bantamweight championship bout between Raquel Pennington and Julianna Peña promises to be an intense and closely contested fight. Both fighters have a strong skillset and will be looking to make a statement in the Octagon.
With a stacked card featuring a mix of established veterans and rising stars, UFC 307 is shaping up to be an unforgettable night of action-packed fights. Don’t miss out on the excitement – tune in this Saturday on ESPN+ pay-per-view.
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