Most MMA fans believe that the Lightweight division is one of the most loaded ones in the company. Most of the fighters have some serious striking and grappling skills. There can be a ton of exciting matchups that can be made in the company. One of the top Lightweight contenders, Benoit St-Denis, recently called out one of the best kickboxers in the division who has been in some of the best wars inside the octagon.
Benoit St-Denis was on an impressive win streak in the company before facing Dustin Poirier. But Poirier, being the absolute champion, knocked out the Frenchman in the second round of their fight.
Benoit St-Denis calls out veteran kickboxer
Benoit St-Denis is currently ranked number thirteen in the Lightweight division. He was on an impressive win streak before losing to Dustin Poirier. Benoit St-Denis is looking to get back in the win column and become one of the top contenders again. In a recent interview, he was asked who he would like to fight next. Denis had an interesting reply to the question. The Frenchman said,
Why not? Dan Hooker is a tough fighter. He’s a good fighter.
Benoit is looking for an opponent for his next bout in the octagon. He called out Dan Hooker for a three-round fight. Dan Hooker is probably one of the most dangerous opponents anyone can ever have. He has spectacular striking ability and phenomenal take-down defense. He has beaten many top-notch fighters and even won a five-round war against Dustin Poirier. Hooker is one of the fan-favorite due to his ability to take on anyone and everyone in the cage.
Benoit St-Denis is one of the most versatile fighters in the company. He will want to win his second big test in the UFC, having failed the first against Dustin Poirier. It will be interesting to see what happens in the Lightweight division soon. Will Benoit score a victory over Hooker, or will Dan finish him with his trademark front knee?
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