Lightweights John Cholish vs. Danny Castillo set for UFC on FOX 3

by Tim on February 7, 2012

Danny Castillo e1299202107661 Lightweights John Cholish vs. Danny Castillo set for UFC on FOX 3A lightweight match-up of John Cholish and Danny “Last Call” Castillo is the latest addition to the UFC on FOX 3 card on May 5th.

Both fighters are coming off wins this past December. Cholish (8-1) recorded a technical knockout of Mitch Clarke at UFC 140 to earn his first win in the UFC. Fighting out of Renzo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Cholish has earned seven of his career wins by stoppage with three knockouts and four submissions.

Castillo (13-4) is an import from the WEC who has notched a 3-1 record with the UFC. In his most recent bout, Castillo earned a split decision over Anthony Njokuani at UFC 141. He also holds career wins over Shamar Bailey, Joe Stevenson and Dustin Poirier.

UFC on FOX 3 goes down from the IZOD Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. A high profile lightweight clash between Nate Diaz and Jim Miller will serve as the main event.