Beneil Dariush's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Beneil Dariush.

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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January 15, 2014: UFC Debut

On January 15, 2014, Beneil Dariush made his UFC debut at UFC Fight Night 35 and won his fight via submission in the first round against Charlie Brenneman.

October 25, 2014: PPV Debut and Victory

On October 25, 2014, Beneil Dariush made his PPV debut at UFC 179, defeating Carlos Diego Ferreira by unanimous decision.

March 14, 2015: Performance of the Night

On March 14, 2015, Beneil Dariush submitted Daron Cruickshank at UFC 185, earning his first Performance of the Night bonus award.

April 18, 2015: Victory over Jim Miller

On April 18, 2015, Beneil Dariush replaced an injured Paul Felder and faced Jim Miller at UFC on Fox 15, winning by unanimous decision.

August 8, 2015: Controversial Victory over Michael Johnson

On August 8, 2015, Beneil Dariush faced Michael Johnson at UFC Fight Night 73 and won by split decision, a result considered controversial by MMA media outlets.

June 4, 2016: Victory over James Vick

On June 4, 2016, Beneil Dariush faced James Vick at UFC 199, replacing an injured Evan Dunham, and won the fight via KO in the first round.

November 5, 2016: Victory Over Rashid Magomedov

On November 5, 2016, Beneil Dariush faced Rashid Magomedov at The Ultimate Fighter Latin America 3 Finale and won the fight via unanimous decision.

November 10, 2018: Victory Over Thiago Moisés

On November 10, 2018, Beneil Dariush was expected to face Chris Gruetzemacher at UFC Fight Night 139. Chris Gruetzemacher withdrew from the event and was replaced by newcomer Thiago Moisés. Dariush won the fight via unanimous decision.

March 9, 2019: Performance of the Night Award

On March 9, 2019, Beneil Dariush faced Drew Dober at UFC Fight Night 146 and won the fight via submission in the second round. This win earned him the Performance of the Night award.

October 26, 2019: Performance of the Night Award

On October 26, 2019, Beneil Dariush faced Frank Camacho at UFC Fight Night 162 and won the fight via submission in round one. This win earned him the Performance of the Night award.

March 7, 2020: Performance of the Night Award

On March 7, 2020, Beneil Dariush faced Drakkar Klose at UFC 248, a rescheduling of the bout that was canceled in July 2019. He won the fight via knockout in the second round. This win earned him his fourth Performance of the Night award.

August 8, 2020: Victory Over Scott Holtzman

On August 8, 2020, Beneil Dariush faced Scott Holtzman at UFC Fight Night 174 and won the fight via knockout in round one.

February 6, 2021: Fight of the Night Award

On February 6, 2021, Beneil Dariush had a rematch with Carlos Diego Ferreira at UFC Fight Night 184 and won the fight via split decision. This fight earned him the Fight of the Night award.

May 15, 2021: Victory Over Tony Ferguson

On May 15, 2021, Beneil Dariush faced Tony Ferguson at UFC 262 and won the fight via unanimous decision.

October 22, 2022: Victory Over Mateusz Gamrot

On October 22, 2022, Beneil Dariush faced Mateusz Gamrot at UFC 280 and won the bout by unanimous decision.

June 27, 2024: Forrest Griffin Community Award

On June 27, 2024, Beneil Dariush was chosen to be honored with the 2024 Forrest Griffin Community Award at the UFC Hall of Fame ceremony due to his efforts with the Shlama Foundation and Promise Child Ministries.