Lightweight#12 RankedACTIVE
Beneil Dariush
23-6-1
Age
36
Height
5'10"
Weight
156 lbs
Reach
72"
Avg Fight Time
09:10
Gym
Kings MMA - Huntington Beach, CA
UFC Record
17-7-1(25 bouts)
Wins By
3 KO 5 Sub 9 Dec
Losses By
6 KO 1 Sub 0 Dec
Wins by Rd
R1 4R2 4R3 9
Last 5
LWWWW
Finish Rate
57%
Bonuses
5
Style
MMA
Location
Iran
Last Fight2025-11-15
BS
L - Benoit Saint Denis
KO/TKOR1 1:04
Punch to Head At Distance
Opponent Last Bout
W - Dan HookerTKO - Doctor's StoppageR2 5:00
Fight History
LOSS
AT
vs Arman Tsarukyan
UFC Fight Night: Dariush vs. Tsarukyan· 2025-09-27
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R1 1:04
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R1 1:04
WIN
DF
vs Diego Ferreira
UFC Fight Night: Overeem vs. Volkov· 2025-09-27
Decision - Split
R3 5:00
Decision - Split·R3 5:00
WIN
SH
vs Scott Holtzman
UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. Oleinik· 2025-09-27
KO/TKO
Spinning Back Fist Head
R1 4:38
KO/TKOSpinning Back Fist Head·R1 4:38
WIN
FC
vs Frank Camacho
UFC Fight Night: Maia vs. Askren· 2025-09-27
Submission
Rear Naked Choke
R1 2:02
SubmissionRear Naked Choke·R1 2:02
WIN
DD
vs Drew Dober
UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. Dos Santos· 2025-09-27
Submission
Armbar On Ground
R2 4:41
SubmissionArmbar On Ground·R2 4:41
WIN
TM
vs Thiago Moises
UFC Fight Night: Korean Zombie vs. Rodriguez· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
EB
vs Edson Barboza
UFC Fight Night: Belfort vs. Gastelum· 2025-09-27
KO/TKO
Flying Knee Head
R2 3:35
KO/TKOFlying Knee Head·R2 3:35
WIN
RM
vs Rashid Magomedov
UFC Fight Night: Dos Anjos vs. Ferguson· 2025-09-27
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
MJ
vs Michael Johnson
UFC Fight Night: Teixeira vs Saint Preux· 2025-09-27
Decision - Split
R3 5:00
Decision - Split·R3 5:00
WIN
AR
vs Anthony Rocco Martin
UFC Fight Night: Henderson vs Dos Anjos· 2025-09-27
Submission
Arm Triangle From Side Control
R2 3:38
SubmissionArm Triangle From Side Control·R2 3:38
LOSS
RN
vs Ramsey Nijem
UFC Fight Night: Minotauro vs Nelson· 2025-09-27
KO/TKO
Punches to Head From Half Guard
R1 4:20
KO/TKOPunches to Head From Half Guard·R1 4:20
WIN
CB
vs Charlie Brenneman
UFC Fight Night: Rockhold vs Philippou· 2025-09-27
Submission
Rear Naked Choke
R1 1:45
SubmissionRear Naked Choke·R1 1:45
WIN
RM
vs Renato Moicano
UFC 317: Topuria vs. Oliveira· 2025-06-28
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
CO
vs Charles Oliveira
UFC 289: Nunes vs. Aldana· 2023-06-10
KO/TKO
Punches to Head On Ground
R1 4:10
KO/TKOPunches to Head On Ground·R1 4:10
WIN
MG
vs Mateusz Gamrot
UFC 280: Oliveira vs. Makhachev· 2022-10-22
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
TF
vs Tony Ferguson
UFC 262: Oliveira vs. Chandler· 2021-05-15
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
WIN
DK
vs Drakkar Klose
UFC 248: Adesanya vs. Romero· 2020-03-07
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R2 1:00
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R2 1:00
LOSS
AH
vs Alexander Hernandez
UFC 222: Cyborg vs. Kunitskaya· 2018-03-03
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R1 0:42
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R1 0:42
DRAW
ED
vs Evan Dunham
UFC 216: Ferguson vs. Lee· 2017-10-07
Decision - Majority
R3 5:00
Decision - Majority·R3 5:00
WIN
JV
vs James Vick
UFC 199: Rockhold vs. Bisping 2· 2016-06-04
KO/TKO
Punch to Head In Clinch
R1 4:16
KO/TKOPunch to Head In Clinch·R1 4:16
WIN
DC
vs Daron Cruickshank
UFC 185: Pettis vs Dos Anjos· 2015-03-14
Submission
Rear Naked Choke
R2 2:38
SubmissionRear Naked Choke·R2 2:38
WIN
DF
vs Diego Ferreira
UFC 179: Aldo vs Mendes 2· 2014-10-25
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
LOSS
MC
vs Michael Chiesa
UFC on FOX: Teixeira vs Evans
Submission
Rear Naked Choke
R2 1:20
SubmissionRear Naked Choke·R2 1:20
LOSS
BS
vs Benoit Saint Denis
UFC 322: Della Maddalena vs. Makhachev
KO/TKO
Punch to Head At Distance
R1 0:16
KO/TKOPunch to Head At Distance·R1 0:16
WIN
JM
vs Jim Miller
UFC on FOX: Machida vs Rockhold
Decision - Unanimous
R3 5:00
Decision - Unanimous·R3 5:00
Fighter Archetype
Muay Thai Fighter
Clinch-Heavy Nak Muay
Why This Archetype
This fighter displays a unique approach that transcends traditional archetypes.
Striking
3.8/min
Grappling
2.12 TD
Defense
58%
⚖️Beneil adapts strategy based on opponent — no predictable tendencies
📊Balanced approach can be difficult to game-plan against
Technique DNA
Striking Foundation
18 rounds of fight film analyzed
🎯
Signature Technique
Knees
Core of offensive identity
Dominant Level+60% vs div avg
61%
Of striking volume
Mastery Progress
Primary Arsenal
High Importance
Leg Kicks
50%of arsenal
0%100%
Medium Importance
Elbows
44%of arsenal
0%100%
Supporting Techniques
⭐Other
Triangles
39%
🥊Head/Hand
Head Kicks
33%
Jabs
28%
Common Combinations
Distance → Clinch
3× detected
Clinch → Takedown
3× detected
Patterns detected from round-by-round fight data
Striking Pattern Analysis
- ◆Signature technique: Heavy reliance on Knees (61%). Opponents must prepare specifically for this threat.
- ▲Technical diversity: Multiple techniques used at similar rates - adapts based on situations.
- ●Comprehensive striker: Uses head strikes, leg kicks, and varied attacks across distance.
- ■Two-pillar system: Top 2 techniques account for majority (111%) of offensive output.
- ◇Focused arsenal: Top 5 techniques comprise 227% of offense - limited but refined.
- ▶Mixed martial artist: Uses both takedown techniques and submissions in the striking phase.
- ★Adaptive tempo: Switches between pressure and counter-fighting mid-round.
Finish Techniques
Striking Finishes
3
38% of career finishes
Submission Finishes
5
63% of career finishes
⚡ Knockout Arsenal (3 techniques)
Punch to Head At Distance
#11
33% of KOs
Punch to Head In Clinch
#21
33% of KOs
Spinning Back Fist Head
#31
33% of KOs
🔒 Submission Arsenal (3 techniques, 5 total finishes)
From Back Control
Rear Naked Choke
#13
60% of subs
From Side Control
Arm Triangle From Side Control
#21
20% of subs
Other
Armbar On Ground
#31
20% of subs
Finish Pattern Analysis
- ⚡💥 KO arsenal: Punch to Head At Distance leads with 1 finishes. Multiple KO paths available.
- 🎯🔒 Submission arsenal: 3 different submission techniques. Led by Rear Naked Choke (3x). Versatile ground finisher.
- 🔒📊 Style profile: Grappling-dominant strategy with striking opportunities. Prefers ground control to finishing.
Fighter Skills Radar
Key Insights
⚖️
Balanced fighter: Threatens equally on feet and mat. No clear weaknesses.🛡️
Defensive stance: Strong defense (58%) limits opponent output. Conservative approach.🚫
Anti-wrestler: 82% TD defense. Keeps fights standing.Striking Profile
Striking Accuracy
49%
Average
Division Rank#24 of 57
0%100%
Striking Defense
58%
Above Avg
Division Rank#13 of 57
0%100%
Range Breakdown
Distance
43% acc67%
Clinch
66% acc15%
Ground
69% acc18%
Striking Differential+1.17/min
3.78 landed/min2.61 absorbed/min
3.78
Landed/Min
2.61
Absorbed/Min
0.48
KD Avg
0
1st Rd Finishes
Sig. Strikes Landed830
Sig. Strikes Attempted1687
Key Insights
Favorable output (1.4:1).
Utilizes an effective jab.
Effective ground striker: 18% from ground at 69% accuracy.
Grappling Profile
TD Accuracy
38%
Below Avg
Division Rank#25 of 57
0%100%
TD Defense
82%
Elite
Division Rank#14 of 57
0%100%
TD Success Rate
11%
Landed
9
Defended
72
Total
81
2.12
TD / 15min
0.82
Sub / 15min
9
TD Landed
81
TD Attempted
Extended Grappling
Clinch Takedowns
31
Landed
81
Attempted
38%
Accuracy
Submission Timing
12 total attempts
Opportunistic
R1
42%
R2
50%
R3
8%
Key Insights
Moderate TD threat at 2.12/15min.
Elite TD defense (82%).
8 career submission wins.
Prolific submission hunter: 12 career attempts.
Submission timing: "Opportunistic" — consistent threat.
Offensive vs Defensive Balance
Damage Exchange
Offensive dominance vs damage absorbed per fight
Dealt
830
1.89
Ratio
Absorbed
439
Chin Rating
GoodKD Exchange
7/5
KD Recovery
20%
Pace & Momentum
Fight pacing and round-over-round performance trends
Engagement Score
33.3
Moderate
Strikes/Min
4.4
Standing %
65%
R3 vs R1 Output
95%
Key Insights
📊 Favorable damage ratio (1.89x) - consistent striking dominance.
⚠️ Struggles after knockdowns - only 20% win rate when dropped.
⚙️ High engagement score (33.3) - maintains relentless pace.
Round-by-Round Profile
Career average across 25 fights
R1 Control
1:21
R2 Control
2:05
R3 Control
2:08
R1 to Final
+2%
In-Fight Adaptation
Detected across career, comparing R1 vs R3+ patterns
Keeps distance in R3, avoids grappling when fatigued.
Target Selection Evolution
Head
+2.7pp
Body
+1.1pp
Leg
-3.9pp
Range Preference Evolution
Ground Shift
-10.2pp
Round Patterns
➡️ Maintains consistent output throughout fight
💪 Peak performance in final round
Competitive Profile
Division Rankings
Performance metrics ranked within division
Volume
#40
of 57
🥉 Mid-range
Absorption
#6
of 57
🥇 Top 25%
Accuracy
#24
of 57
🥈 Top 50%
Str Defense
#13
of 57
🥇 Top 25%
Knockdowns
#26
of 57
🥈 Top 50%
Takedowns
#18
of 57
🥈 Top 50%
Submissions
#14
of 57
🥇 Top 25%
Damage Ratio
#11
of 57
🥇 Top 25%
Strength of Schedule
Opponent quality and career progression
Avg Opponent ELO
3044
ChampionshipCareer-wide opponent strength
Elite Wins (ELO 3000+)
3
/ 7
43% Win Rate
Conclusions Summary
Fighter characteristics, strengths, patterns, and competitive insights