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The anticipation surrounding UFC 300's headlining matchup has finally come to an end, as UFC CEO Dana White officially unveiled the main event for the April 13 pay-per-view extravaganza at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas: Alex Pereira vs. Jamahal Hill.
After months of speculation, rumors, and even betting odds circulating on potential headliners, Pereira and Hill emerged as the victors of the headliner sweepstakes. Pereira, fresh off his light heavyweight title win at UFC 295 last November, is set to defend his title for the first time against Hill.
Hill's journey to the headlining spot has been marked by both triumph and adversity. He initially captured the light heavyweight title at UFC 283 with a commanding victory over Glover Teixeira. However, an Achilles heel injury forced him to relinquish the title, setting the stage for Pereira's rise to championship status.
White's announcement, made during the post-fight press conference earlier this week, brought an end to the suspense and speculation surrounding UFC 300's main event. Fans can now look forward to witnessing a showdown between two formidable fighters as Pereira and Hill prepare to showcase their skills in the Octagon.
As the countdown to UFC 300 begins, excitement builds for what promises to be an unforgettable night of MMA action, headlined by the highly anticipated clash between Pereira and Hill.