UFC 262- Tony Ferguson vs Beneil Dariush: Prediction and Analysis
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UFC 262 will see an exciting lightweight clash between Tony Ferguson and Beneil Dariush go down in the co-main event. Both fighters, who have had a perennial presence in the company’s 155 lbs division, will lay it all on the line at the Toyota Center.
Ferguson is perhaps one of the best, if not the best lightweight to ever grace the UFC Octagon. However, for the first time in his illustrious career, he is on a 2-fight skid. Defeats to Justin Gaethje and Charles Oliveira brought an end to his 8-year-long undefeated streak spanning over 12 fights. Ferguson currently possesses a record of 25-5 with 12 T/KO and 8 submissions in his resume.
As for Dariush, he is currently on a 6-fight winning streak in the UFC’s lightweight division. He last earned a split decision against Diego Ferreira in February. Spectacular finishes of Drew Dober, Frank Camacho, Drakkar Klose, and Scott Holtzman reveal his glittering form. Dariush has a record of 20-4 with 5 T/KO and 8 submission wins being the highlights of his career so far.
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Tony Ferguson vs Beneil Dariush: Analysis
Dariush thrives under chaos. This might be an important factor in a fight against Ferguson. Also, he possesses some wonderful power in his hands to hurt his opponents. His gas tank is also good and shouldn’t betray him in a 3-round fight.
As for Ferguson, he goes to war every time he steps foot inside the Octagon. He is a true veteran with a ton of experience under his belt. But perhaps his recent performances show that his powers are on the wane. His most recent wins have been against the likes of Donald Cerrone, Anthony Pettis, and Kevin Lee. All of them are currently struggling in their careers.
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Ferguson has been working on his boxing with Freddie Roach. However, one can argue that he became special on the back of his unorthodox style rather than perfection.
Judging by recent form, Dariush might just edge Ferguson on the feet. This should open the chance for him to use his wrestling, hold Ferguson down on the mat, and coast to a decision. But with Ferguson, anything is possible if he can create the carnage he wants inside the Octagon.
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With a new generation of contenders coming in, it seems though ‘El Cucuy‘ is on borrowed time at the top. Dariush is a representative of the new era who is on a roll.
Final Prediction: Beneil Dariush by unanimous decision.