When I started fighting, it wasn't about being an idol or representing my people. It was like the furthest, furthest, furthest thing from that. — Beneil Dariush Copy Share Image
My goal is greatness, so whether it is at 155 or 170 doesn't really matter. — Beneil Dariush Copy Share
I don't just go to a practice, then get some food after and call it a day. I go to practice thinking of what… — Beneil Dariush Copy Share
I'm OK with hitting you, I'm OK with getting hit, I'm OK with cuts, broken leg, broken nose - I've broken my nose five,… — Beneil Dariush Copy Share
The hardest part about making weight is getting to 155 or 156 - whatever you make - and you gotta wait four hours. — Beneil Dariush Copy Share
I really believe I can beat everyone in this game, and God willing, I'll get my chance to prove it. — Beneil Dariush Copy Share
When it comes to competition, when it comes to fighting, I'm as savage as you're gonna get. — Beneil Dariush Copy Share
I'm telling you I was from such a small village I didn't even know what wrestling was until I came to America. — Beneil Dariush Copy Share
I haven't been able to go to Iran because of the military service, it's mandatory once you turn 18, so I haven't been to… — Beneil Dariush Copy Share
Rankings don't always mean what they should. Sometimes the numbers - the butts you can put in seats mean more. — Beneil Dariush Copy Share
One of my favorite things when I fight, even when I used to grapple and do jiu-jitsu, I would face opponents who were better… — Beneil Dariush Copy Share
