UFC plans fight between Islam Makhachev and Beneil Dariush for February, says website

I. Makhachev and B. Dariush face each other in February. Photo: SUPER FIGHTS montage

After overcoming Dan Hooker and score his ninth consecutive victory, in October this year, Islam makhachev They already have another difficult duel ahead of them in their next appearance. According to the North American 'ESPN', Ultimate is working on a Russian fight against Beneil Dariush, in a five-round fight on February 26th.

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Current number five in the rankings, Makhachev could win a chance at the title if he wins again. His last (and only) defeat in his career was in October 2015, when he was knocked out by Brazilian Adriano Martins. Currently, the Russian has an MMA record of 21 wins and just one setback.

Dariush, in turn, is also on a good run – of seven victories in a row – and is third in the lightweight division (up to 70,3kg), in addition to coming off a victory over Tony Ferguson, in May. His last defeat was to Alexander Hernandez at UFC 222 in March 2018. The fighter has a record of 21 positive results and four negative results.

The duel could define the next challenger for the lightweight belt (up to 70,3kg), which will be contested by Charles of the Bronx e Dustin poirier, UFC 269 on December 11th.