The buildup to the UFC 322 fight between Islam Makhachev and Jack Della Maddalena has drawn attention. It is not only because of the competitive implications but also due to the involvement of Conor McGregor, who has publicly inserted himself into the conversation ahead of the bout.
“I truly believe these two guys, they are best in the world. This is the two best lightweights in the world right now, and it’s going to be a very, very exciting fight for me, for us, for Islam.
In the ever-evolving landscape of mixed martial arts, hypothetical matchups between top-tier fighters often spark widespread debate. One such potential clash that continues to intrigue fans and analysts alike is a light heavyweight meeting between Khamzat Chimaev and Alex Pereira.
The UFC’s most ruthless division just got another blockbuster bout as Benoît Saint Denis prepares to face Beneil Dariush in a pivotal lightweight showdown at UFC 322 on November 15 at Madison Square Garden.
Beneil Dariush’s last UFC opponent says a fight with Mauricio Ruffy would be one-way traffic. The Fighting Nerds’ star Ruffy has been calling out perennial contender Beneil Dariush ever since Ruffy knocked out King Green with a spinning wheel kick at UFC 313 in March.
Standing as arguably the best pay-per-view show of the year, so far, UFC 317 brought another entertaining International Fight Week to a rip-roaring conclusion.
On the main card of UFC 317, we saw a lightweight matchup between two ranked contenders who were supposed to fight earlier this year. Contenders Beneil Dariush (23-6-1) and Renato Moicano (20-7-1) squared off with a potential spot in the top ten on the line.
Charles Oliveira suffered a first-round knockout loss to Ilia Topuria, raising question marks over his future. Oliveira missed out on becoming the UFC Lightweight Champion, taking his record to 35-11, 1 NC.
On the main card of UFC 317, we will see a big time lightweight matchup between two ranked lightweight contenders. Ninth ranked Beneil Dariush (22-6-1) is looking to snap his losing streak as he takes on the entertaining “Money” Renato Moicano (20-6-1).
UFC 317 fight day is here! This evening, Dana White’s promotion holds its final card before recessing for the Independence Day holiday in the United States this coming Friday.
UFC 317 is almost here! Tomorrow evening, the UFC’s 2025 International Fight Week is capped with one of this year’s most-anticipated events in MMA. As is customary, the International Fight Week finale emanates from T-Mobile Arena in Enterprise, NV.
On the main card of UFC 317, we will see a big time lightweight matchup between two ranked lightweight contenders. Ninth ranked Beneil Dariush (22-6-1) is looking to snap his losing streak as he takes on the entertaining “Money” Renato Moicano (20-6-1).
Grant Dawson made his case to be Beneil Dariush's next opponent at UFC 311. The Top 20 UFC lightweight is now riding a three-fight win streak after dominating a seasoned UFC veteran 10 years his elder in Diego Ferreira.
Lightweight fighter Beneil Dariush is currently scheduled to fight rising lightweight Renato Moicano at UFC 311. The lightweight clash has garnered massive attention from fight fans.
2023 wasn’t kind to Beneil Dariush, with him going 0-2 and taking some time off. However, Beneil Dariush has just started to ease his way back into contact training and to start booking fights.
Arman Tsarukyan floored Beneil Dariush with a knee and finished him off with punches in a first-round knockout in their lightweight bout and the main event of UFC Fight Night in Austin, Texas, on Saturday.
The UFC kicks off their final stretch of events in 2023 as the Octagon heads back to the Moody Center in Austin, Texas for UFC On ESPN 52: Dariush vs. Tsarukyan.
It will be a crucial fight in the UFC’s lightweight division. The winner between the two 155-pounders could determine the next No. 1 contender for champion Islam Makhachev.