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"The Texas Kid"

Michael Aswell Jr.

Featherweight Division

11-5-0 (W-L-D)

6

Wins by Knockout

3

First Round Finishes

Michael Aswell Jr.
  • Last fight

    Win
    Gaston Bolanos
    Michael Aswell Jr.

    Bolanos vs Aswell Jr.

    Jun. 20, 2026

athlete record

Info

Learn more about Michael Aswell's UFC history, fighter facts, and Q&A below.

Status
Active
Place of Birth
Houston, United States
Trains at
4oz Fight Club
Age
25
Height
68.00
Weight
145.50
Octagon Debut
May. 31, 2025
Reach
69.00
Leg reach
38.00
  • Pro since 2021
     
  • Six wins by KO
     
  • Three first-round finishes
     
  • Reported 5-1 amateur record
     
  • Trains out of 4oz. Fight Club in Houston alongside Joshua Van, Dakota Hope and Alden Coria

UFC Fight Night (6/20/26) Aswell Jr. lost a three round unanimous decision to Gaston Bolanos

UFC Fight Night (3/21/26) Aswell Jr. lost a three round unanimous decision to Luke Riley

UFC Fight Night (10/11/25) Aswell Jr. stopped Lucas Almeida via strikes at 1:42 of the first round

UFC on ESPN (5/31/25) Aswell Jr. lost a three round unanimous decision to Bolaji Oki

 

Dana White's Contender Series, Season 8

Episode three (8/27/24) Aswell Jr. lost a three round split decision to Bogdan Grad

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started martial arts at 14 and started fighting when I was 17. One class, my coach pulled me to the side and told me he believed I could be great/champion. 

Who are your main training partners? Daniel Pineda, Dakota Hope, Joshua Van, Alden Coria and the team at 4 oz. Fight Club.

What ranks and titles have you held? Fury FC Featherweight Champion

Who is your favorite fighter and why? My favorite fighters are Josh Van, Alden Coria and Kevin Holland because those are my friends that I train with.

Do you have any heroes? My Mom and Dad

What would it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It would be a dream come true – a big goal that I have had since I’ve started fighting. 

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I’m currently at the University of Houston, studying sports administration with a minor in business administration.

What was your job before you started fighting? I have never had a job. This is the first job I’ve ever had. 

Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? Two-time Fury FC Featherweight Amateur Champion

Ranks in any martial arts styles: Blue belt in BJJ

Is there a cause that you want to use your platform for? I want to use my platform to change my life and become champion, and live out all my dreams that I have had since I started this journey. 

Beyond a championship or money, what motivates you? I’m an ultra competitor and I want to be the best at anything I do. I felt like I was called to do this. I was put on this earth to fight.

Favorite grappling technique: Head-and-arm choke

Favorite Striking technique: Jab

Tell us about your life outside of fighting: Me and my girlfriend bought a house together after my DWCS fight. We have three dogs, two cats and a chinchilla. I love to golf and watch sports, hang out with my boys and enjoy life by traveling and exploring with my boys in the UFC.