Beneil Dariush

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Dariush's grappling resume is the stuff of legend in BJJ circles. Winning No-Gi World titles at three different belt levels is a rare feat, and doing it in just five years from white to black belt speaks to his extraordinary talent. In MMA, his seven-fight winning streak from 2018 to 2022, which included victories over Tony Ferguson and Mateusz Gamrot, put him among the elite of the lightweight division. His ability to bounce back from losses and continue competing at a high level has earned him respect from fans and fighters alike.

AwardsDariush's most significant competitive achievements came in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, where he won multiple No-Gi World Championships at blue, purple, and brown belt levels. He also earned silver medals at the IBJJF Mundials in the gi. His MMA career has been marked by several standout performances, though specific post-fight bonus awards are not widely documented.

Rankings & Lists

UFC Lightweight Ranking

UFC·2022

Records & Feats

First Assyrian-American to win multiple No-Gi World titles

Historic First·2013

Dariush is the first Assyrian-American to win No-Gi World Championships at three different belt levels.