ABU DHABI – Beneil Dariush showed off his well-rounded skills to halt Mateusz Gamrot’s momentum at UFC 280.
In a main card lightweight clash between two top contenders at Etihad Arena, Dariush (22-4-1 MMA, 16-4-1 UFC) shined with his sharp striking and elite defensive grappling to defeat Gamrot (21-2 MMA, 4-2 UFC) by unanimous decision.
Dariush opened up with a jab and an overhand. Gamrot’s takedown attempt lead to a beautiful scramble, but Dariush worked his way up. Blood starts to pour out of Gamrot’s right ear. Gamrot caught a Dariush kick and landed a takedown, but Dariush latched onto a leg to try and secure a leg lock. Gamrot shot again, but Dariush continued to latch onto Gamrot’s legs and arms to work his way back up. A wild first round where Gamrot clearly tried to take the fight to the mat.
