UFC 289: Charles Oliveira vs Beneil Dariush will go down this weekend in the co-main event of UFC’s return to Canada. The former lightweight champion of the world will return to the octagon for the first time since losing his belt to face the tough challenge of Dariush. So ahead of their clash, we compare the two in every aspect to see who will come out on top. Follow UFC 289: Amanda Nunes vs Irene Aldana LIVE Streaming updates with Insidesport.IN.
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Oliveria and Dariush were set to fight a few years back. However, that fight fell through and their careers have taken very different routes. Despite that, we now get to witness two of the best grapplers in the lightweight division go head-to-head this weekend.
UFC 289: Charles Oliveira vs Beneil Dariush – Record, Win-Streak, KOs, Height, Reach, Net Worth, Social Followers, and More Comparison
Charles Oliveira vs Beneil Dariush numbers comparison ahead of UFC 289
Oliveira comes into the bout as the number one lightweight in the world, while Dariush is number four. The Brazilian has a 33-9 record while the American has a 22-4-1 record. Therefore, Oliveira has more experience in the octagon. However, Dariush fights in a southpaw stance. This could be an advantage for him.
When we look at the physical attributes, Oliveira stands at 5’10”, has a 74” punching reach, and a 41” leg reach. Dariush, on the other hand, is 5’10”, has a 72” punching reach, and a 40.5” leg reach. Thus, the two have almost identical physical attributes.
If we compare their numbers, Oliveira lands 3.5 significant strikes per minute at 61% accuracy. Dariush lands 3.8 at a 53% accuracy. Therefore, there is not much to separate them in the striking department. When we look at their grappling numbers, the Brazilian gets 2.37 takedowns at 40% accuracy while Dariush gets 1.95 takedowns at 34% accuracy. In addition, Oliveira has an incredible 2.78 submission average while Dariush has a 0.90 submission average.
Therefore, Charles Oliveira is the better grappler on paper. The Brazilian also holds the record for most UFC submission wins. However, they both have very different styles.
Charles Oliveira vs Beneil Dariush other comparisons
If we look at win streaks, Oliveira is not on a win streak right now, given that he lost his last fight. However, before that, the Brazilian was on an 11-fight win streak. Dariush enters this contest on the back of an 8-fight win streak. Therefore, Oliveira will look to kick start another streak while Dariush will look to continue his.
When we look at their net worth, according to reports, Charles Oliveira is worth $7 million. Dariush, on the other hand, is worth a reported $1.5 million. Therefore, Oliveira is the richer of the two fighters.
If we compare them based on fame, Oliveira has over 6.4 million followers on Instagram. Dariush has a mere 177,000. Therefore, the Brazilian is easily the more famous fighter.
So there you have it. This is a complete comparison between Charles Oliveira and Beneil Dariush. Who do you think will come out on top on Saturday?
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