Beneil Dariush’s performance in his first bout of 2025 will decide if he continues his career as a top-level mixed martial artist. Making his first Octagon appearance since December 2023, Dariush (22-6-1 MMA, 16-6-1 UFC) will be fighting fan-favorite Brazilian striker Renato Moicano at UFC 311 next month.
Currently in the midst of a two-fight losing streak with back-to-back knockout losses to Charles Oliveira and Arman Tsarukyan, the upcoming contest could potentially spell the end of Beneil Dariush’s time in the sport. Having not secured a win in over two years after he beat Mateusz Gamrot at UFC 280, along with being 35 years old, the pressure is now higher than ever for the Californian to get back into the win column in January.