Dariush vs Saint-Denis Prediction 16 November 2025
⚡️ The lightweight clash between Benoit Saint-Denis (France) and Beneil Dariush (USA) will be part of the UFC 322 event. This showdown is set to take place on the night of November 15-16 at the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York. Who will come out on top in this matchup? Find out in our editorial prediction below!
Head-to-head statistics Dariush - Saint-Denis



Beneil Dariush Player Overview
After two tough early defeats to Charles Oliveira and Arman Tsarukyan, Beneil Dariush successfully rebooted his career in June with a commanding unanimous decision victory over Renato Moicano. The 37-year-old American excels as a counter-fighter, skillfully drawing opponents in before launching sudden attacks, whether it be a takedown or a sweeping striking combination. Dariush effectively utilizes leg kicks, showcases solid takedown defense, and holds a significant experience advantage over his opponent.
Match Results: Beneil Dariush











Benoit Saint-Denis Player Overview
Benoit Saint-Denis, known as the "God of War," continues to impress with his decisive victories. In September, he sensationally finished Brazilian Mauricio Ruffi with a rear-naked choke in the second round. Prior to that, he avenged his early losses to Moicano and Dustin Poirier by defeating Kyle Prepolec with a hand triangle choke. The 29-year-old Frenchman aims to overwhelm his opponents using powerful, albeit sometimes imperfect, strikes, then exhausts them with relentless takedowns, tight clinches, and dominant groundwork. Saint-Denis excels in executing submissions and dealing damage on the mat. Recently, he has noticeably improved his cardio, allowing him to manage his energy more wisely across rounds and maintain a high pace throughout the fight.
Match Results: Benoit Saint-Denis










⭐ Editorial Prediction
Although Benoit Saint-Denis is favored due to his youth, physical strength, and aggressive style, Beneil Dariush has the potential to put up a strong fight. The American's experience and elite grappling skills will make this bout highly competitive, preventing Saint-Denis from achieving an early finish easily. Therefore, betting on over 1.5 total rounds seems like a reasonable choice.