The UFC 311 PPV event is happening this weekend at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles. Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan will headline the event, with Merab Dvalishvili and Umar Nurmagomedov set to compete in the co-main event. Additionally, there are several intriguing matchups on the card as well. Notably, the Brazilian lightweight Renato Moicano is also set to fight on the UFC 311 fight card.
Renato Moicano is scheduled to face veteran Beneil Dariush at UFC 311. The main card fighters gathered for a pre-fight press conference ahead of the event. Notably, most fighters had sharp remarks about their upcoming opponents. However, ‘Money’ Moicano stood out differently. The Brazilian fighter expressed his confidence about his matchup against Dariush without negatively commenting about him.
I cannot afford to lose. I respect Beneil Dariush, I respect Beneil Dariush. He’s good, he’s well-rounded but guess what? I’m winning…
Renato Moicano via UFC 311 pre-fight press conference
‘Money’ Moicano is currently filled with confidence, as he made waves with his performances in the UFC. In 2024, the Brazilian fighter experienced a new level of success that he had never encountered earlier in his career. Moicano kicked off the year with a victory over Drew Dober at UFC Vegas 85. Following that fight, he went on an impressive run of form in the year, competing on two more occasions.
🗣️ “I CANNOT AFFORD TO LOSE.”
Renato Moicano is looking for his sixth-straight victory against Beneil Dariush at #UFC311
— MMA Orbit (@mma_orbit) January 17, 2025
Moicano’s victories over Jalin Turner and Benoit Saint-Denis have been significant statement wins. These achievements have motivated the Brazilian fighter to elevate his status within the promotion. Consequently, even before his upcoming fight against Dariush, Moicano is generating attention by expressing his confidence in winning.
Fight fans react to Renato Moicano’s speech at UFC 311 pre-fight press conference
Renato Moicano has recently emerged as one of the most entertaining fighters in the eyes of fans. In addition to his impressive performances in the octagon, Moicano effectively showcases his microphone skills. His press conferences and call-outs have generated a lot of buzz lately. Ahead of his upcoming fight, the Brazilian fighter captured everyone’s attention during the pre-fight press conference.
Renato Moicano and Beneil Dariush face off ahead of their UFC 311 clash (Image via Bloody Elbow)Moicano’s confident assertion about maintaining his current win streak has gone viral, capturing the attention of netizens. As a result, fight fans quickly shared their reactions to the Brazilian fighter’s overwhelming confidence. Check out some of their responses below.
Renato Moicano has the personality to be a super star in the UFC if he keeps winning.
— Zach “🅂🄲🄷🅄🅉” Schumaker (@_SchuZ_) January 17, 2025
Let’s fucking go money moicano https://t.co/4CYy9m1qk7
— AM 🇵🇸 (@AmirulMashral) January 17, 2025
Love this man so much https://t.co/Op76CrUaWh
— De ragatori (@MccloudSaadiq) January 17, 2025
Let’s go Moicano
— AHZ (@tughrulhz) January 17, 2025
Dariush coming off 2 KO losses lmao he’s real chinny Moneys gonna catch him
— Shayan (@ShayanSM23) January 17, 2025
Sheesh. This is getting me pumped up!
— Too Much Coffee ☕️ (@WayMuchCoffee) January 17, 2025
Dariush is getting knocked out tbh
— 𝙗𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙙 (@blondedmma) January 17, 2025
@beneildariush is fighting a guy from Brazil who is blind??
— BUKAN|saythenameayy (@CM230282) January 17, 2025
He’s cringe af.
— Vivek (@flcnhvy) January 17, 2025
Can’t wait to watch Fizeiv KO him again
— bean sprouted (@Beanpot69696) January 17, 2025
I don’t see him winning… If he does.. Beneil career is almost over..
— Mr.Comment 📝 (@felsaknazarulla) January 17, 2025
The fight fans had mixed reactions. While the majority was excited after watching Moicano’s press conference, a few found it cringe-worthy. Additionally, some fans pointed out that Dariush’s defeat at UFC 311 could potentially mark the end of his career, a concern that the American fighter himself has mentioned recently. Now, it remains to be seen who will come out as the victor at UFC 311.
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