Tag: Rico DiSciullo

Four former UFC fighters set to compete at BKFC on DAZN at Mohegan Sun

BKFC has inked some familiar names for its return to Mohegan Sun.

In a pause period over the holidays and into the New Year like many other combat sports promotions, BKFC is looking to kick off 2025 with a bang.

Among its year-opening events is a BKFC on DAZN card scheduled for Feb. 1 at Mohegan Sun Arena. The card is the promotion’s second in New England after its debut in the Uncasville, Conn., venue in 2024.

The lineup continues to fill, but some names notable to MMA fans have already been added, including four UFC alumni, two “TUF” competitors and a veteran Bellator brawler.

Names from UFC yesteryears set to compete on the card include [autotag]Cameron VanCamp[/autotag], who headlines vs. “TUF” notable [autotag]Julian Lane[/autotag]. In the co-main event, former Bellator fan-favorite [autotag]Brennan Ward[/autotag] debuts vs. [autotag]James Dennis[/autotag].

Also on the card, former UFC heavyweights [autotag]Chase Gormley[/autotag] and [autotag]Parker Porter[/autotag] collide. UFC and PFL alum [autotag]Yorgan De Castro[/autotag] makes his bareknuckle debut vs. seasoned journeyman [autotag]Bobby Brents[/autotag]. Additionally, “TUF 31” cast member [autotag]Rico DiSciullo[/autotag] fights [autotag]Anthony Foye[/autotag].

The full BKFC on DAZN lineup for Mohegan Sun includes:

  • Julian Lane vs. Cameron VanCamp
  • James Dennis vs. Brennan Ward
  • Dakota Cochrane vs. Will Santiago
  • Adam De Freitas vs. Kastriot Xhema
  • Chase Gormley vs. Parker Porter
  • Rico DiSciullo vs. Anthony Foye
  • Bobby Brents vs. Yorgan De Castro
  • Jack Grady vs. Lardy Navarro
  • Jared Lennon vs. Danny Pettit
  • Spencer Meehan vs. Grady Wall
  • Tyler Randall vs. Andrew Strode

Kurt Holobaugh’s ‘TUF 31’ chronicles: After the cameras stopped rolling and the dust settled

Cast member Kurt Holobaugh gives MMA Junkie an exclusive, inside look at “The Ultimate Fighter 31: Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler” one last time.

“The Ultimate Fighter 31” with coaches [autotag]Conor McGregor[/autotag] and [autotag]Michael Chandler[/autotag] came to an end Tuesday night, attracting more eyeballs back to the series.

This season featured eight lightweights and eight bantamweights. McGregor’s team was comprised of eight fighters who have not competed in the UFC against Chandler’s team of eight UFC alumni.

Among those UFC alums was [autotag]Kurt Holobaugh[/autotag], the lone fighter who had two previous stints with the promotion. Holobaugh went 0-4 over those stretches, but history shows a tough strength of schedule: Steven Siler, Raoni Barcelos, Shane Burgos, and Thiago Moises.

Now at lightweight rather than featherweight, Holobaugh devastated two opponents to get a third look from the UFC.

Each week here at MMA Junkie, Holobaugh has peeled back the curtain to provide an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look and give insight into what may not have made it on the show.

Check out below what Holobaugh had to say about Episode 12, the season finale that featured [autotag]Rico DiSciullo[/autotag] vs. [autotag]Cody Gibson[/autotag].

‘The Ultimate Fighter 31: McGregor vs. Chandler,’ Episode 12 recap: ‘That f*cking slip just cost me that fight’

“The Ultimate Fighter 31” returns as the final in-house bout ends in a fashion that has one fighter kicking himself.

“The Ultimate Fighter 31: Team McGregor vs. Team Chandler” returned Tuesday for Episode 12 as the final fight of the season transpires.

On Episode 12, Team McGregor’s [autotag]Rico DiSciullo[/autotag] fights Team Chandler’s Cody Gibson to see who will be the final fighter to fill a slot in the finals and face [autotag]Brad Katona[/autotag]. Also, Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler competed against one another – in the coaches’ challenge: an ice plunge trivia game – with thousands of dollars on the line.

The season concluded Tuesday with the live finale set for Saturday at UFC 292. The promotion also intends for coaches McGregor and Chandler to square off in the months that follow the conclusion of the season.

Scroll below for a recap of Episode 12 and make sure to check out an exclusive insider look from [autotag]Kurt Holobaugh[/autotag], who will peel back the curtain on MMA Junkie the morning after each episode airs.

‘The Ultimate Fighter 31: McGregor vs. Chandler,’ Episode 9 recap: First semifinal leaves Dana White unimpressed

“The Ultimate Fighter 31” returns as Conor McGregor makes his family recipe of Irish stew and the first semifinal leaves Dana White unimpressed.

“The Ultimate Fighter 31: Team McGregor vs. Team Chandler” returned Tuesday for Episode 9 as two teammates collide after the semifinal matchups are announced.

On Episode 9, Team Chandler lightweights [autotag]Austin Hubbard[/autotag] and [autotag]Roosevelt Roberts[/autotag] square off in a bout that did not live up to UFC president Dana White’s standards.

The season runs from May 30 to Aug. 15 with the live finale expected for later this year. The promotion also intends for coaches [autotag]Conor McGregor[/autotag] and [autotag]Michael Chandler[/autotag] to square off in the months that follow the conclusion of the season.

Scroll below for a recap of Episode 9 and make sure to check out an exclusive insider look from Holobaugh, who will peel back the curtain on MMA Junkie the morning after each episode airs.

Kurt Holobaugh’s ‘TUF 31’ chronicles: Conor McGregor’s taunt reaction and a yelling match you didn’t see

Cast member Kurt Holobaugh gives MMA Junkie an exclusive, inside look at “The Ultimate Fighter 31: Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler.”

“The Ultimate Fighter 31” is ongoing with coaches [autotag]Conor McGregor[/autotag] and [autotag]Michael Chandler[/autotag] attracting more eyeballs back to the series.

This season, which features eight lightweights and eight bantamweights, airs Tuesdays on ESPN. McGregor’s team features eight fighters who have not competed in the UFC against Chandler’s team of eight UFC alumni.

Among those UFC alums is [autotag]Kurt Holobaugh[/autotag], the lone fighter who had two previous stints with the promotion. Holobaugh went 0-4 over those stretches, but history shows a tough strength of schedule: Steven Siler, Raoni Barcelos, Shane Burgos, and Thiago Moises.

Now at lightweight rather than featherweight, Holobaugh devastated two opponents to get a third look from the UFC.

Each week here at MMA Junkie, Holobaugh will peel back the curtain and provide an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look and give insight into what may not have made the cut onto the episode.

Check out what Holobaugh had to say about Episode 8 below.

‘The Ultimate Fighter 31: McGregor vs. Chandler,’ Episode 8 recap: Did Conor McGregor avoid clean sweep?

“The Ultimate Fighter 31” returns as Conor McGregor looks to avoid a sweep and the final quarterfinal ends in wild fashion.

“The Ultimate Fighter 31: Team McGregor vs. Team Chandler” returned Tuesday for Episode 8 as two fighters head to be examined by the UFC’s chief physician before a lightweight fight ends quickly.

On Episode 8, the matchup between seasoned veteran [autotag]Hunter Azure[/autotag] and up-and-comer [autotag]Rico DiSciullo[/autotag], as Team McGregor seeks to avoid a clean sweep – and the fight ends in wild fashion.

The season runs from May 30 to Aug. 15 with the live finale expected for later this year. The promotion also intends for coaches [autotag]Conor McGregor[/autotag] and [autotag]Michael Chandler[/autotag] to square off in the months that follow the conclusion of the season.

Scroll below for a recap of Episode 8 and make sure to check out an exclusive insider look from Holobaugh, who will peel back the curtain on MMA Junkie the morning after each episode airs.

‘The Ultimate Fighter 31: McGregor vs. Chandler’ Episode 7 recap: Two injury exams and another quick finish

“The Ultimate Fighter 31” returns as two fighters need medical evaluations before Conor McGregor’s team tries to avoid a clean sweep.

“The Ultimate Fighter 31: Team McGregor vs. Team Chandler” returned Tuesday for Episode 7 as two fighters head to be examined by the UFC’s chief physician before a lightweight fight ends quickly.

On Episode 7, the matchup between seasoned veteran [autotag]Jason Knight[/autotag] and up-and-comer [autotag]Landon Quinones[/autotag], as Team McGregor seeks its first win over the season after six straight losses.

The season runs from May 30 to Aug. 15 with the live finale expected for later this year. The promotion also intends for coaches [autotag]Conor McGregor[/autotag] and [autotag]Michael Chandler[/autotag] to square off in the months that follow the conclusion of the season.

Scroll below for a recap of Episode 7 and make sure to check out an exclusive insider look from Holobaugh, who will peel back the curtain on MMA Junkie the morning after each episode airs.