Exciting Lightweight Contender Fight Headlines UFC’s Return to Texas

Don’t miss the highly anticipated lightweight contender fight at UFC Austin on December 2nd. Beneil Dariush takes on Arman Tsarukyan in the main event, along with other exciting matchups.

Exciting Lightweight Contender Fight

The UFC is set to make its return to Texas with a highly anticipated lightweight contender fight. Veteran Beneil Dariush will go head-to-head against the up-and-coming Arman Tsarukyan in the main event of UFC Austin on December 2nd. This fight is expected to be a thrilling showdown between two talented fighters looking to make their mark in the division.

In the co-main event, Dan Hooker will face off against Bobby Green in a rare five-round undercard bout. This adds an extra level of excitement to the event, as fans will get to see these two skilled fighters go the distance.

Beneil Dariush, ranked No. 4 in the world at 155 pounds by ESPN, is coming off a loss to top contender Charles Oliveira. Despite the setback, Dariush has an impressive record in the UFC with 16 wins over his nine-year career.

Arman Tsarukyan, ranked No. 9 in the lightweight division, has been on a winning streak in the UFC. With seven wins in his past eight fights, Tsarukyan has proven himself to be a rising star in the division.

Other exciting matchups on the card include former women’s bantamweight champion Miesha Tate taking on Julia Avila, former flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo moving up to fight Rob Font at bantamweight, and Sean Brady facing Kelvin Gastelum, who is moving down from middleweight to welterweight.

This event is sure to be a must-watch for MMA fans, as it features some of the top talent in the lightweight division. Don’t miss out on the action!