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Renato Moicano scoffs at rankings ahead of UFC Paris return, claims popularity matters more

Ahead of his main event return this weekend, Brazilian star, Renato Moicano appears to be unconcerned about the ranking system in the promotion, claiming being a popular fighter among the fans likely matters more in this era of combat sports.

Moicano, who currently holds the number eleven rank at the lightweight limit, is slated to headline UFC Fight Night Paris this weekend, taking on Nimes native, Benoit Saint Denis in a high-stakes pairing — attempting to turn in his fourth consecutive victory.

Renato Moicano rallies to land second round ground strikes TKO win over Jalin Turner UFC 300 Highlights
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Sidelined since he featured against Jalin Turner at UFC 300 back in April, Brasilia native, Moicano rallied from an early knockdown to land a second round ground strikes TKO win, adding to a run of triumphs over both Drew Dober, and Brad Riddell.