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UFC Fans May Have Seen the Last of Beneil Dariush Inside the Octagon

UFC Fans May Have Seen the Last of Beneil Dariush Inside the Octagon
Other Sports · 22:29:46 - Wednesday, 4 November 2026

UFC lightweight contender Beneil Dariush has cast doubt on his fighting future, suggesting fans may have witnessed his final appearance inside the octagon. The 35-year-old American made the comments following his bout against Arman Tsarukyan at UFC Fight Night Austin.

"I don't know if I'm willing to do it just to fight," Dariush said, raising questions about his motivation to continue competing at the highest level. The fighter's remarks have sparked speculation about a potential retirement after a career that has seen him establish himself as a top contender in the stacked 155-pound division.

Dariush's fight against Tsarukyan at the Austin event marked another chapter in his UFC journey, but his post-fight comments suggest the physical and mental demands of the sport may be weighing heavily on his decision-making process.

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