It may have been controversial, but Beneil Dariush picked up another victory at UFC Fight Night 73 and is ready to claim the status of a top-10 fighter in the world. Dariush picked up a split-decision win over Michael Johnson in a highly contested result this past Saturday night. And while the result may have been shocking to some, a win is a win, and the Kings MMA fighter is now ready to serve as a gatekeeper for his teammate, UFC lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos. Dariush now sits on the cusp of the top-10 in the latest NOS Energy Drink lightweight rankings, while the controversial decision cost Johnson his previous slot
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NOS® Energy Drink MMA Rankings, Aug. 11: Dariush ready to crack top-10 – MMA Junkie