Raphael Assuncao vs. Kyler Phillips Set For UFC Event on July 24 Raphael Assuncao vs. Kyler Phillips A bantamweight bout between Raphael Assuncao vs. Kyler Phillips has been added to the UFC event on July 24. Raphael Assuncao is ready to return to the cage on July 24 when he steps in against rising star Kyler Phillips at the UFC event scheduled for that date. The news was first reported by MMAJunkie.com after Phillips announced it on his Instagram story. Assuncao was nearing a title fight and beating some of the best in the division just a few years ago. However, as of late he has had some trouble. He is currently on a three-fight losing streak and would need a win in his next against Phillips to get back on track in the division. Another loss could cost him his spot on the UFC roster, especially since the UFC has been getting rid of big-name fighters who have been on losing streaks lately.