The Ultimate Fighter: Team McGregor vs. Team Chandler ICYMI: Episode 8: Protect Ya Neck

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Team McGregor’s Rico DiSciullo avoids a brutal sweep by taking out Team Chandler’s Hunter Azure and become the only prospect to make it to the semis
Rico: “It was emotional, you know. It’s been a culmination of all the hard work I’ve done my whole life… Everybody that sees me live knows I put on a show. I come with that fire…I’m going to the semifinals, baby. Let’s go!”
Azure: “It was a tough loss. A lot of emotions. Just, wanted to make the family happy, but it is a brutal sport and it happens…I’m here to fight another day, so just is what it is. I keep my head high, get back to training, learn from these mistakes and just come back stronger.”
ESPN.com – TUF 31 Episode 8 takeaways: Rico DiSciullo earns a joy ride after getting Team McGregor’s first win
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The Ultimate Fighter: Team McGregor vs. Team Chandler returns next Tuesday, July 25 at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN, ESPN Deportes and ESPN+
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