Beneil Dariush focuses on coaching and may retire from UFC fighting
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 10:10 PM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026
Beneil Dariush, a veteran of 26 UFC fights, is contemplating ending his fighting career, prioritizing coaching instead. After a recent setback in his performances, where he has lost four of his last five bouts, Dariush has found more satisfaction in coaching his fighters. He will be cornering Uros Medic on November 14 at UFC 334 and plans to continue developing as a coach. Dariush has distanced himself from pursuing competition, though he is not officially announcing retirement. He aims to establish his own team, Dariush Martial Arts, potentially by 2027.
- •Dariush has a professional MMA record of 23-8-1.
- •He has lost four of his last five fights, affecting his ranking.
- •Dariush will coach Uros Medic at UFC 334 on November 14.
- •He plans to establish his own gym by 2027.
- •Dariush prefers coaching over returning to the octagon.
- 10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Beneil Dariush done fighting unless UFC offers 'something special'
"Is Beneil Dariush the next great MMA coach? That's his priority over stepping back into the UFC cage himself.
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