• Submit A Story
  • Contact
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
  • Home
  • MMA
    • MMA News
      • UFC
      • Bellator
      • PFL
      • ONE Championship
      • Oktagon
      • Cage Warriors
      • World MMA News
      • Regional Promotions
      • UK MMA News
    • MMA – Interviews
  • Boxing
    • Boxing News
      • UK Boxing News
      • World Boxing News
    • Boxing – Interviews
  • Podcasts
  • About Us
  • Sponsors
  • Contact Us
    • Contact Information
No Result
View All Result
Combat Sports UK
  • Home
  • MMA
    • MMA News
      • UFC
      • Bellator
      • PFL
      • ONE Championship
      • Oktagon
      • Cage Warriors
      • World MMA News
      • Regional Promotions
      • UK MMA News
    • MMA – Interviews
  • Boxing
    • Boxing News
      • UK Boxing News
      • World Boxing News
    • Boxing – Interviews
  • Podcasts
  • About Us
  • Sponsors
  • Contact Us
    • Contact Information
No Result
View All Result
Combat Sports UK
No Result
View All Result
Home MMA MMA - Interviews

Cesar Augusto Castillo Lets Attendees Know What to Expect Ahead of Rise and Conquer 11: “I’m Always Game, and I Never Give Up”

Lewis Simpson by Lewis Simpson
20 September 2022
in MMA - Interviews
0 0
0
Cesar Augusto Castillo Lets Attendees Know What to Expect Ahead of Rise and Conquer 11: “I’m Always Game, and I Never Give Up”
Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on WhatsAppStart a discussion on Reddit

Cesar Augusto Castillo is in good spirits ahead of his third amateur contest at Rise and Conquer 11 on October 1st.

Cesar is no stranger to Rise and Conquer, having previously competed on the show twice before. On October 1st, he looks to attain his first victory inside the Octagon when met with Matt Crooks.

We had the pleasure of catching up with Cesar Augusto Castillo ahead of fight night at the Rainton Arena. Read the full interview below.

Interview With Cesar Augusto Castillo

Firstly Cesar, let us know a bit about your background and journey into the sport. Why was MMA a path you decided to pursue?  

I’m originally from Honduras but moved to the UK when I was very young. 

The first MMA fight I witnessed was Jones vs Gustaffson 1, and I have loved watching combat sports ever since. 

A few years later, in 2018, I saw they were doing the first Ultra MMA charity event in Newcastle and decided to sign up to raise money for charity and fitness purposes. I did the eight weeks of training at MTK, 

fought and found that I enjoyed it immensely! I’ve been training consistently ever since, mainly at MTK Newcastle. 

Cesar Augusto Castillo Talks Preparation

Talk to me about your preparation ahead of October 1st and your training routine. Have you added anything new to your typical camp this time round?

To prepare for this fight, I’ve moved permanently now to TFT in Seaham to train under Andrew Fisher and the heavyweights there. The whole training camp and style of training is completely different to what I’m used to at MTK since I’m now training consistently with heavyweights. I was the only MMA heavyweight at MTK, so when training, I would often feel like I was doing well, but I found that wasn’t the case. 

Now training with the best heavyweights in Europe at TFT, they point 

out my mistakes constantly, and I feel like I’ve been rebuilt from the ground up. I can’t just brute strength anything anymore and have to focus on technique. I’ll probably never forget the word “POSTURE”.

I’ve also learnt plenty about my strengths and weaknesses being a shorter heavyweight, and so I’ve incorporated drills into my training routine that would benefit a shorter, stockier heavyweight. 

Getting rounds in with guys like Michael Parkin, Phil Fries and Tom Aspinall must do levels for your confidence stepping inside the cage. How much of an influence have those men been on you? Any advice they’ve given you that has stuck with you?

I can’t put into words how much help Phil and Mick have helped me since joining TFT. The only thing I regret is not joining TFT sooner! They’ve taken time out of their busy schedules to give me advice, drill and spar with me. I learn something new every time I’m at TFT with them. Regarding advice, they continue to polish my game by pointing out mistakes I’ve picked up, sparring smaller folk for years. Things I thought I was doing well actually don’t work at all against heavyweights. 

Also, shoutout to Tony, Bull and Cal, who have helped me so much with their invaluable experience and by doing rounds with me. My confidence is currently extremely high!

I didn’t actually get to do rounds with Aspinall either, but I did get to watch him and Phil spar and was in a class with him. 

The Vision

Having seen someone like Michael Parkin fight regular on Rise and Conquer and push through the ranks in the UK, to then earning a UFC contract. Is that a path you can look at for yourself and aim to find yourself on?

Even before joining TFT, I had heard of Mick, but it’s not until you get to train with him that you realise how deep his knowledge and skillset actually are. A very intelligent guy! He’s a credit to the UK. I’ll perform to the best of my ability and hope I can just win some fights for now! 

On October 1st, you’ll stand toe-to-toe with Matt Crooks. Talk me through your thoughts on him and the fight as a whole?

I don’t really know much about Matt since it’s his debut. I know his head coach is the pride of Sunderland, Davey Grant, so he can’t be half bad. I’m just looking forward to it.

Keys to Victory

In your mind, what are the keys to defeating Matt Crooks on fight night?

I have more experience than him in the cage and at a competitive level. Other than that, I don’t know about his style, but if I have to, I’ll bring him into deep waters and force him to quit. However, I’d prefer the quick finish!

For those who have never seen you fight before, sell it to us. What happens when Cesar Castillo steps foot inside the Octagon?

My name has a nice ring to it, so the “Cesar” chants are awesome for both myself and the crowd. I’m always game, and I NEVER give up. 

Can we get an official fight prediction from you?

First-round knockout or submission. I’d rather have a KO for sure, though!


Featured image credits to Rise and Conquer

Tags: Cesar Augusto Castillorise and conquerRise and Conquer 11
Lewis Simpson

Lewis Simpson

Next Post
Micol Di Segni Looking To Be World Champ Ahead of CW 144: “I Want the Cage Warriors Strawweight Belt”

Micol Di Segni Looking To Be World Champ Ahead of CW 144: “I Want the Cage Warriors Strawweight Belt”

Connect with us

  • 2k Followers
  • Trending
  • Comments
  • Latest
Dustin Poirier being interviewed

Dustin Poirier On Joe Rogan Commentary: “I Can’t Believe He Said That”

13 March 2024
Conor McGregor

Fans Express Concern After Alarming Conor McGregor Interview Surfaces (VIDEO)

22 March 2024
Andrew Tate

UFC Hall of Famer Threatens to Knock the S*** Out of Andrew Tate, Tate Responds

26 July 2023
Jake Paul

Jake Paul Announces Next Fight, Another Former UFC Fighter?

17 October 2023
Badmofo 5

Badmofo MMA 5 Live Results and Highlights

3
Daniel Cormier

Daniel Cormier Makes First WWE Appearance Ahead of Extreme Rules This Weekend (Video)

2
UFC Vegas 64: Marina Rodriguez vs. Amanda Lemos Live Results and Highlights

UFC Vegas 64: Marina Rodriguez vs. Amanda Lemos Live Results and Highlights

2
“I Love you All” Brandon Vera Calls Time On Legendary Career

“I Love you All” Brandon Vera Calls Time On Legendary Career

2
“It Means Everything To Me” Jack Catterall Needs A Massive Win Saturday Night

“It Means Everything To Me” Jack Catterall Needs A Massive Win Saturday Night

1 July 2025
Chavez Jr labels Jake Paul ‘not a good boxer’ – Chavez Sr makes his prediction

Chavez Jr labels Jake Paul ‘not a good boxer’ – Chavez Sr makes his prediction

28 June 2025
Brian Norman Jr. Issues Passionate Callout to Conor Benn

Brian Norman Jr. Issues Passionate Callout to Conor Benn

28 June 2025
Tyson Fury “Still Very Bitter” After His Loss To Usyk

Tyson Fury “Still Very Bitter” After His Loss To Usyk

27 June 2025

Recommended

“It Means Everything To Me” Jack Catterall Needs A Massive Win Saturday Night

“It Means Everything To Me” Jack Catterall Needs A Massive Win Saturday Night

1 July 2025
Chavez Jr labels Jake Paul ‘not a good boxer’ – Chavez Sr makes his prediction

Chavez Jr labels Jake Paul ‘not a good boxer’ – Chavez Sr makes his prediction

28 June 2025
Brian Norman Jr. Issues Passionate Callout to Conor Benn

Brian Norman Jr. Issues Passionate Callout to Conor Benn

28 June 2025
Tyson Fury “Still Very Bitter” After His Loss To Usyk

Tyson Fury “Still Very Bitter” After His Loss To Usyk

27 June 2025
Combat Sports UK

© 2022 Combat Sports UK.

Navigate Site

  • Submit A Story
  • Contact

Follow Us

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • MMA
    • MMA News
      • UFC
      • Bellator
      • PFL
      • ONE Championship
      • Oktagon
      • Cage Warriors
      • World MMA News
      • Regional Promotions
      • UK MMA News
    • MMA – Interviews
  • Boxing
    • Boxing News
      • UK Boxing News
      • World Boxing News
    • Boxing – Interviews
  • Podcasts
  • About Us
  • Sponsors
  • Contact Us
    • Contact Information

© 2022 Combat Sports UK.

This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.