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Beneil Dariush recommends Khamzat Chimaev move up to light heavyweight instead of staying at middleweight Chimaev lost his UFC middleweight title to Sean

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 12

Dariush: Chimaev Could Thrive At Light Heavyweight

Beneil Dariush believes Khamzat Chimaev can make an impact at 205 pounds and possibly beyond. Chimaev lost the UFC middleweight title to Sean Strickland in a competitive five-rounder in May.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 5

Salkilld On Gamrot Call-Out After Dariush KO

Quillan Salkilld is taking the hardest road possible to a lightweight title shot. The Australian prospect faces Mateusz Gamrot in his first UFC main event at UFC Vegas 120 on Saturday at Meta Apex in Las Vegas.

MMA News / TWSN / August 5

UFC Vegas 120 Predictions

For the last couple of weeks, the UFC has been away on international endeavors in both Abu Dhabi and Serbia. After some time away it seems only fair that

MMA News / The Body Lock / May 5

Dariush Announces Break Following Brutal Perth Knockout

Beneil Dariush announced he is taking time off after losing to Quillan Salkilld via first-round TKO at UFC Perth The defeat marks Dariush’s fourth first-round

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 2

Quillan Salkilld beats Beneil Dariush by TKO in round 1 on 2 May 2026

Quillan Salkilld stopped Beneil Dariush via TKO in the first round at UFC Fight Night: Della Maddalena vs Prates, marking a stunning debut for the newcomer.

MMA News / The Body Lock / May 2

Beneil Dariush vs Quillan Salkilld Odds Show Heavy Favorite for UFC Perth

Quillan Salkilld is a -400 favorite against Beneil Dariush at UFC Fight Night 275 in Perth on Saturday Dariush has lost 3 of his past 4 fights by knockout,

MMA News / HITC / May 1

Alexander Volkanovski blames himself for Beneil Dariush snub

Alexander Volkanovski has expressed sympathy for Beneil Dariush ahead of his next bout. Dariush is looking to bounce back after a 16-second defeat to Benoit Saint-Denis, hoping to regain some momentum this weekend.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 1

Alexander Volkanovski believes he cost Beneil Dariush a UFC title shot: ‘I feel like it’s my fault’

Alexander Volkanovski said that he feels for Beneil Dariush when predicting his next fight. Following a 16-second loss to Benoit Saint-Denis, Dariush looks to get back into the win column this weekend.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / April 30

Beneil Dariush vs. Quillan Salkilld prediction, odds, pick for UFC Perth

The Co-Main Event of UFC Perth: Della Maddalena vs. Prates is finally here as we bring you a prediction and pick for this bout in the Lightweight (155) Division.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 30

Beneil Dariush explains sudden injury days out from UFC Perth: ‘It keeps happening’

Beneil Dariush has not had the ideal preparation for his co-main event Down Under. The veteran lightweight contender will co-headline Saturday’s UFC Perth event at the RAC Arena.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / April 3

UFC Fight Night 272: Moicano vs. Duncan — Preview, Storylines

Renato Moicano returns to the Octagon this Saturday, April 4, against streaking Scottish lightweight Chris Duncan in the UFC Fight Night 272 main event.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / March 13

Beneil Dariush Reveals Silver Lining of Dana White Moving Him From UFC 327 to Perth Fight Night

Following the abrupt cancellation of his fight against Manuel Torres at UFC 327 due to the Mexican’s injury, fans expected Dana White to give Beneil Dariush a replacement on the same card.

MMA News / The Body Lock / March 11

UFC 327 Loses Key Fight as Manuel Torres Injury Forces Withdrawal

Manuel Torres withdrew from his UFC 327 fight against Beneil Dariush due to injury The bout was scheduled for April 11 in Miami and had been delayed multiple

MMA News / HITC / March 11

UFC 327 setback as Beneil Dariush loses opponent for first fight since brutal defeat

Beneil Dariush says he still does not have an opponent lined up for his return to the Octagon. The lightweight has not stepped into the cage since being knocked out by Benoit Saint Denis in just 16 seconds at UFC 322 last November.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 11

UFC 327 takes a hit as Beneil Dariush loses opponent for first fight since 16-second KO defeat

Beneil Dariush has revealed he is currently without an opponent for his comeback fight. The lightweight veteran hasn’t fought since suffering a 16-second KO loss to Benoit Saint Denis at UFC 322 last November.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 6

Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira split by 32% as fans flock to one side of the UFC 326 main event

A large number of votes separated the two UFC 326 headliners. Charles Oliveira will challenge BMF champion Max Holloway in Saturday’s main event, marking arguably the most exciting UFC matchup of 2026 thus far.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 28

Beneil Dariush vs. Manuel Torres set for lightweight banger at UFC 327

The UFC 327 card is starting to take shape, and fight fans have plenty of reason to circle April 11th on their calendars. The latest addition to the Paramount+ event is a compelling lightweight matchup between veteran contender Beneil Dariush and rising knockout artist Manuel Torres, a fight that is guaranteed to be a banger.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 14

Beneil Dariush Opens Up About His Uncertain Future Despite Spending 12 Years in the UFC

As fighters get older, they often slow down, and it gets very hard for them to compete against the new generation. Similarly, UFC veteran Beneil Dariush talks about his retirement as he is 36 years old.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / November 12

UFC 322 – Beneil Dariush vs Benoit Saint-Denis: Preview & Betting Tips

The lightweight division gets another high-stakes matchup at UFC 322 as veteran contender Beneil Dariush faces surging French powerhouse Benoit Saint-Denis.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / July 1, 2025

After getting back in the win column at UFC 317, what’s next for Beneil Dariush?

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.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / June 28, 2025

UFC 317 Results: Beneil Dariush survives early scare to defeat Renato Moicano

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).

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / January 18, 2025

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