5 reasons why Beneil Dariush is the man to end Islam Makhachev's win streak

#2. Beneil Dariush Has Great Submissions

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Dariush is very accomplished in the jiu jitsu world alone. Having competed with the likes of Kron Gracie, this shows that he's a threat to Makhachev if this fight turns into a grappling match.

Beneil Dariush sports an 81% takedown defense, which is a threat to the Russian fighter's odds in and of itself. Beyond that, he can really do some work on the mat. Reference any of his jiu jitsu matches or the Drew Dober fight, which were particularly fun.

Makhachev is a phenomenal fighter and a large hill to climb for anyone, but Dariush's tools are just as sharp and more plentiful than his opponents. The fun thing is that this bout is so unpredictable. Strikers delight, grappling match, or the quintessential MMA fight, anything can happen and Dariush should be prepared for all of the above.

#1. The Heavy Hands of Dariush

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Beneil Dariush has been showing off his striking more and more in his recent fights. The iconic knockout over Drakker Klose was followed up by a spinning-backfist KO over Scott Holtzman, who prior, was never finished.

Digging deeper into Dariush's fights will show him knocking out James Vick in emphatic fashion. Dariush has always had the power, but he's become more calm and calculated. Makhachev is no slouch on the feet, but his lone loss does come by way of TKO. Dariush would be more than happy to oblige in a standup battle with Makhachev.

Dariush has much more experience playing with fire than Makhachev, and this could come in handy when the two clash. Dariush will be comfortable in situations that Makhachev could panic in.