Best fights of Gil Castillo
Over 8 years as a professional, Gil Castillo has compiled a 11-5 (7) record, including five title fights across two weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Gil Castillo defeats Nate Marquardt
On July 18, 2001 Gil Castillo fought Nate Marquardt for the vacant IFC and IFC welterweight titles. Castillo was 35 years old with a record of 7-0, and Marquardt was 22 with a record of 12-1-1. Castillo was on an undefeated 7-fight winning streak and Marquardt was on a 2-fight winning streak. Castillo won via unanimous decision. Won the vacant titles.
2. Gil Castillo loses to Dave Menne via unanimous decision
On September 28, 2001 Gil Castillo fought Dave Menne for the vacant UFC middleweight title. Castillo was 35 years old with a record of 8-0, and Menne was 27 with a record of 30-7-2. Castillo was on an undefeated 8-fight winning streak, while Menne was coming off a loss. Castillo lost via unanimous decision. Failed to win the vacant title. Went the distance with Menne.
