Tag: Ryan Benoit

Ex-UFC title challenger John Dodson lands early KO win over Ryan Benoit in BKFC debut

John DodsonFormer UFC flyweight title challenger and The Ultimate Fighter victor, Albuquerque veteran, John Dodson got off a flying start in his BKFC (Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship) debut last night against fellow UFC veteran, Ryan Benoit – scoring a 40-second knockout victory at BKFC 28: Ferea vs. Starling. Dodson, a staple of Jackson-Wink MMA in his […]

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Former UFC flyweight title challenger and The Ultimate Fighter victor, Albuquerque veteran, John Dodson got off a flying start in his BKFC (Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship) debut last night against fellow UFC veteran, Ryan Benoit – scoring a 40-second knockout victory at BKFC 28: Ferea vs. Starling.

Dodson, a staple of Jackson-Wink MMA in his native Albuquerque, New Mexico – entered his BKFC bow off the back of a unanimous decision win over another ex-UFC talent, Francisco Rivera at XMMA 4 in April of this year.

The 37-year-old most notably competed for undisputed UFC flyweight gold on two separate occasions against former champion, Demetrious Johnson – twice unable to dethrone the recently-minted ONE Championship flyweight kingpin.

Ending his UFC tenure back in August 2020 after a unanimous decision defeat against recent UFC 278 feature, Merab Dvalishvili, John Dodson tried his hand – or hands more so, under the David Feldman-led BKFC banner last night in his native Albuquerque at the Rio Rancho Events Center. 

John Dodson makes light work of Ryan Benoit to kick start his BKFC run

Tackling the aforenoted, Benoit, Dodson, revered for his overall agility and speed during his peak in the UFC, got off to a blistering start against the former, scoring a knockdown and subsequent TKO victory in just 40-seconds after a slew of quickfire shots against the ropes – forcing Benoit to the canvas.

During his lengthy and storied Octagon tenure, John Dodson, who clinched The Ultimate Fighter 14 tournament with a knockout over former two-time bantamweight champion, T.J. Dillashaw, also holds victories over the likes of Jussier Formiga, John Moraga, Zach Makovsky, Manvel Gamburyan, Eddie WIneland, Pedro Munhoz, and Nathaniel Wood. 

In the night’s headlining bout, defending flyweight champion, Christine Ferea successfully knocked back her competition in the form of Taylor Starling – landing another comprehensive triumph with a 47-second knockout victory in the opening round of their respective curtain closer.

UFC on ESPN 13 Highlights: Tim Elliott Outpoints Ryan Benoit

Tim Elliott vs. Ryan Benoit served as the co-main event of UFC on ESPN 13. The two fighters met in a featherweight bout on Wednesday night (July 15, 2020) at the UFC on ESPN 13 event from Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island aka Fight Island. It was a good pac…

Tim Elliott vs. Ryan Benoit served as the co-main event of UFC on ESPN 13. The two fighters met in a featherweight bout on Wednesday night (July 15, 2020) at the UFC on ESPN 13 event from Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island aka Fight Island. It was a good paced fight with them mostly striking in […]

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Tim Elliott Outpoints Ryan Benoit – UFC Fight Island 1 Results

Tim ElliottIn the co-main event, long-time flyweight contender Tim Elliott is hoping he can get back into the win column after three straight defeats. He takes on one of the hardest hitters at 125lbs in Ryan Benoit who also heads into this fight on the back of a defeat. Who will get back to winning ways? […]

Tim Elliott

In the co-main event, long-time flyweight contender Tim Elliott is hoping he can get back into the win column after three straight defeats. He takes on one of the hardest hitters at 125lbs in Ryan Benoit who also heads into this fight on the back of a defeat. Who will get back to winning ways? Let’s find out…

Round 1: Tim Elliott with lots of movement and pressure. Ryan Benoit is back up towards the fence and looks ready to uncork his patented power punches. Elliott is throwing a lot but they often aren’t landing. Benoit is beginning to find his range. A big punch over the top is followed up with a clean head-kick which Elliott takes very well. He gets back to throwing front kicks but Benoit again comes over the top with a big right. Elliott shoots in for the takedown but it is defended well by Benoit who eats and elbow on the exit. Benoit lands a nasty shot to the body but Elliott takes it well. Shortly after he shoots for a takedown, get it but Benoit sweeps and gets back to his feet. Another Elliott takedown as the round ends.

Round 2: Elliott starting the second round as he did the first, with lots of volume which is backing up Benoit who remains very dangerous – he lands another head-kick but Elliott eats it. Benoit is starting to put his strikes together and it forces Elliott into a level change – he secures another takedown. Elliott locks up a guillotine choke, it looks really tight. He rolls into the mount position but loses the grip and ultimately gives up on the submission. Benoit grabs for a leg and seems to have the kneebar locked up. Elliott appears to be wincing in pain but somehow manages to survive. Benoit loses the submission and the fight goes back to the feet. Quickly back to the ground and Elliott is trying for the armbar as the round comes to a close.

Round 3: They clinch up early in the final round. Elliott lands several beautiful elbows before exiting out. They temporarily separate before Elliott shoots back in for the takedown. He doesn’t get it but is working very well against the cage. Again they separate but this time Elliott appears to have an injury. It may be a dislocated finger that he appears to be trying to reset in the middle of this fight. Despite his injury, Elliott manages to hit several jabs on his opponent. Benoit is getting aggressive now throwing heavy shots. Elliott hasn’t thrown his injured hand in a while and seems content to work away with his jabs. Big overhand right from Benoit. Elliott seems momentarily wobbled. His opponent tries to capitalize but Elliott does well to fight back and survive the moment. They clinch up against the cage before separating and swinging to the finish. Benoit lands a nice overhand followed by a knee to the head. Will it be enough? The official decision is up next.

OFFICIAL RESULT: Tim Elliott def. Ryan Benoit via unanimous decision (29/28 X3)

Tim Elliott Expects To Earn Bonus Money Against Ryan Benoit, Willing To Fight On Every Fight Island Card

Tim Elliott didn’t know if he would make the walk to the Octagon again, or even fight again. Elliott welcomed Brandon Royval to the UFC back on May 30 where he was looking to avoid a three-fight losing skid. Elliott entered the fight thinking it …

Tim Elliott didn’t know if he would make the walk to the Octagon again, or even fight again. Elliott welcomed Brandon Royval to the UFC back on May 30 where he was looking to avoid a three-fight losing skid. Elliott entered the fight thinking it was do-or-die for his UFC career. Unfortunately, after a very […]

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Ray Borg Out, Ryan Benoit In Against Fredy Serrano At UFC 201

It appears that the injury bug has struck next Saturday’s UFC 201 pay-per-view.

MMAFighting.com is reporting that Ray Borg is off the scheduled lineup for UFC 201 next weekend due to an injury.

Stepping in on short notice to fight Borg’s original…

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It appears that the injury bug has struck next Saturday’s UFC 201 pay-per-view.

MMAFighting.com is reporting that Ray Borg is off the scheduled lineup for UFC 201 next weekend due to an injury.

Stepping in on short notice to fight Borg’s originally scheduled opponent, Fredy Serrano, will be UFC flyweight contender Ryan Benoit.

The Benoit-Serrano short notice fight joins the UFC 201 card, which features Robbie Lawler vs. Tyron Woodley for the welterweight championship in the main event.

UFC 201: Lawler vs. Woodley is scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 30, 2016 from Philips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. Join us here at MMANews.com on 7/30 for live coverage of the UFC 201 PPV!

Ray Borg Out, Ryan Benoit In Against Fredy Serrano At UFC 201

It appears that the injury bug has struck next Saturday’s UFC 201 pay-per-view.

MMAFighting.com is reporting that Ray Borg is off the scheduled lineup for UFC 201 next weekend due to an injury.

Stepping in on short notice to fight Borg’s original…

ryan-benoit

It appears that the injury bug has struck next Saturday’s UFC 201 pay-per-view.

MMAFighting.com is reporting that Ray Borg is off the scheduled lineup for UFC 201 next weekend due to an injury.

Stepping in on short notice to fight Borg’s originally scheduled opponent, Fredy Serrano, will be UFC flyweight contender Ryan Benoit.

The Benoit-Serrano short notice fight joins the UFC 201 card, which features Robbie Lawler vs. Tyron Woodley for the welterweight championship in the main event.

UFC 201: Lawler vs. Woodley is scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 30, 2016 from Philips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. Join us here at MMANews.com on 7/30 for live coverage of the UFC 201 PPV!