Beneil Dariush is a renowned Iranian-American professional mixed martial artist, competing in the Lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
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Beneil Khobier Dariush was born on May 6, 1989, in Gol Tappeh, Iran. He was raised by his parents, Edward Dariush and Doris Khobier. He has an Iranian-American nationality and is of Assyrian ethnicity.
Beneil Dariush and his parents left Iran emigrating to the United States of America when he was only nine years old. He also has a sister, Beraeil Dariush
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Beneil Dariush began training Brazilian jiu-jitsu in 2007. He made his UFC debut on January 15, 2014, at UFC Fight Night 35. He is a black belt in Brazilian Jui Jitsu under Bruno Paulista.
Beneil Dariush trains out of Kings MMA in Huntington Beach, California and as of May 17, 2021, he is ranked #3 in the UFC lightweight rankings.
Who is Beneil Dariush fighting next?
Beneil Dariush’s next fight was supposed to be held on February 26, 2022, against Islam Makhachev. However, the main event fight is off as Beneil Dariush injured his ankle and was forced to withdraw.
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