Challenges in the Life of Beneil Dariush in a Detailed Timeline

Life is full of challenges, and Beneil Dariush faced many. Discover key struggles and how they were overcome.

Beneil Dariush is an American professional mixed martial artist currently competing in the UFC's Lightweight division. As of August 19, 2025, he holds the #9 ranking in the UFC lightweight division. He is a notable figure in the world of mixed martial arts.

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April 11, 2014: Loss to Ramsey Nijem

On April 11, 2014, Beneil Dariush lost to Ramsey Nijem by first-round TKO at UFC Fight Night 39.

January 17, 2016: Pulls out of Fight Due to Injury

On January 17, 2016, Beneil Dariush was expected to face Mairbek Taisumov at UFC Fight Night 81, but he pulled out of the fight in early December citing injury.

April 16, 2016: Loss to Michael Chiesa

On April 16, 2016, Beneil Dariush faced Michael Chiesa at UFC on Fox 19 and lost the fight via submission in the second round.

March 11, 2017: Loss to Edson Barboza

On March 11, 2017, Beneil Dariush faced Edson Barboza at UFC Fight Night 106 and lost the fight via KO due to a flying knee in the second round.

March 3, 2018: Loss to Alexander Hernandez

On March 3, 2018, Beneil Dariush was scheduled to face Bobby Green at UFC 222. Bobby Green was replaced by Alexander Hernandez. Dariush lost the fight via knockout in the first round.

July 13, 2019: Pulls out of Fight with Injury

On July 13, 2019, Beneil Dariush was expected to face Drakkar Klose at UFC Fight Night 155, but on July 7, Dariush pulled out of the fight with an injury.

July 2019: Fight Against Drakkar Klose Canceled

In July 2019, Beneil Dariush was expected to face Drakkar Klose but the bout was canceled due to Dariush pulling out of the fight with an injury.

February 26, 2022: Withdraws from Fight Due to Injury

On February 26, 2022, Beneil Dariush was scheduled to face Islam Makhachev at UFC Fight Night 202. However, on February 12, it was reported that Dariush withdrew from the event due to an ankle injury.