Islam Makhachev vs Beneil Dariush - Who Is More Worthy of a Title Shot?

UFC LIGHTWEIGHT TITLE IS VACANT

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Only Justin Gaethje was eligible to win the UFC gold. However, he lost the fight to Oliveira via submission in the first round.

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Makhahcev and Dariush were scheduled to share the UFC Octagon back in February. However, the bout was called off after Dariush suffered an injury.

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Beneil Dariush is on a seven fight win-streak, with 14 UFC career wins to his name.

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While the time under Khabib Nurmagomedov continues to add more shine to his fighting, Islam Makhahchev has been incredibly dominant.

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Islam Makhachev vs Beneil Dariush - Who Is More Worthy of a Title Shot?

UFC LIGHTWEIGHT TITLE IS VACANT

Only Justin Gaethje was eligible to win the UFC gold. However, he lost the fight to Oliveira via submission in the first round.

Beneil Dariush is on a seven fight win-streak, with 14 UFC career wins to his name.

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