Dariush Fails to Make Weight Again For the Second Time
UFC 322 is set to take place on November 15, 2025, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Ahead of this highly anticipated pay-per-view event, the official weigh-ins were conducted, revealing an unexpected turn of events.
Dariush Misses Weight for the Second Time
Among the 24 fighters who weighed in, only one individual failed to meet the required limit: Beneil Dariush. A prominent figure in the Lightweight division, Dariush has been with the UFC for over a decade.
Weight Details
In his latest weigh-in, Dariush registered at 157.2 pounds, exceeding the Lightweight limit of 155 pounds. This marks the second time in his career that he has missed weight, the first instance occurring in August 2020 against Scott Holtzmann.
Impact of the Missed Weight
- The upcoming bout against Benoit Saint Denis will proceed as a catchweight matchup.
- Dariush will be required to forfeit 20% of his fight purse to Saint Denis due to this infraction.
- This weight miss raises concerns about Dariush’s overall health and his ability to perform at his best in the Lightweight rankings.
Dariush has previously competed 24 times at the 155-pound limit, making this incident particularly surprising. Observers are left to speculate whether injuries or health issues have impacted his weight management.
As fight night approaches, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how Dariush will perform after this setback.
