Kyler Phillips vs Marcelo Rojo — Fight recap

Kyler Phillips submitted Marcelo Rojo via submission in the third round at 1:48 on February 12, 2022, with referee Dan Miragliotta officiating. Phillips dominated the grappling exchanges, landing 3 of 8 takedown attempts while controlling 2:33 of fight time compared to Rojo's 0:30.

On the feet, Phillips connected on 80 of 164 significant strikes (48 percent) versus Rojo's 55 of 153 (35 percent), establishing a clear striking advantage throughout. Phillips' clinch work and leg kicks—landing all 14 attempts—wore down Rojo systematically before the finish came late in the third.

The victory demonstrated Phillips' well-rounded approach and grappling acumen in a convincing performance that positioned him as a rising prospect in the featherweight division.