The fight community was stunned when an unexpected injury disrupted the first pay-per-view event of the year, UFC 311. But Renato Moicano stepped up as a replacement after Arman Tsarukyan had to withdraw, taking on the challenge of fighting Islam Makhachev. In light of this fact, Moicano was already scheduled to face Beneil Dariush on the same card, which many felt was unfair to Dariush. However, Dariush expressed his gratitude to Dana White for ensuring he was well-compensated despite the change.
Beneil Dariush explained how he learned about the fight changes during a chat with The Schmo. At 4 a.m., his manager, Ali Abdelaziz, asked if he could make 155 pounds. Dariush, assuming he might fight for the title after Arman Tsarukyan pulled out, made weight and rehydrated.
Later, Ali informed him that Moicano would take the fight instead. To compensate, the promotion paid Dariush both his show and win money. He assured fans that the UFC and his team took great care of him after his fight cancellation, saying he couldn’t complain.
He said, “It’s excellent, I can’t complain, they’re giving me show and win money so you know, a lot of people are like, ‘I hope they take care of you’, they are I appreciate Dana and the UFC.”
Indeed, as Dariush himself has confirmed, UFC fans’ usual criticism about fighter pay and fairness might ease up now.
Anthony Smith Calls Renato Moicano’s Situation Perfect For UFC 311 Title Shot
Renato Moicano planned to call out the winner of Islam Makhachev vs. Arman Tsarukyan at UFC 311 for a title shot, but now he finds himself with an unexpected chance to fight for the belt. UFC veteran Anthony Smith sees this as an ideal scenario for Moicano, suggesting that the short 30-hour notice could work in his favor by keeping him focused and preventing overanalysis. For Moicano, this could be the perfect opportunity to make his mark.
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In his words, “That’s not enough time to change your mindset or really affect you that much. He’s got a perfect situation to challenge for the title, if you ask me.”
It’ll be interesting to see if Moicano can pull off one of the biggest upsets in UFC history. No one could’ve imagined him capturing the belt this quickly, making this an unpredictable and thrilling opportunity.
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