Quick Info
| Profession | Mixed Martial Artist, Former French Special Forces Soldier |
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| Nationality | French |
| Date of Birth | 18/12/1995 |
| Age | 30 years |
| Birthplace | Nîmes, France |
Latest News about Benoît Saint Denis
11/07/2026
Benoît Saint Denis is scheduled to face an opponent at UFC 329 on July 11, 2026, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event marks his return to the Octagon as he continues his pursuit of a title shot in the UFC lightweight division, having won six of his last eight fights.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname | God of War |
|---|---|
| Fighting Out Of | Paris, France |
| Team | CYFIT |
| Stance | Southpaw |
| Rank | Brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Black belt in Judo |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 11" (180 cm) |
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| Weight | 155 lbs (70 kg) |
| Reach | 73" (188 cm) |
| Division | Lightweight |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Laura (married in 2022) |
| Children | One daughter (born in 2023) |
| Spouse Profession | Master dog trainer and high-level futsal player |
Family
| Background | Born into a military family |
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Career
| Pro Since | 2019 |
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| Years Active | 2019–present |
| Total Fights | 21 |
| Wins | 17 |
| Losses | 3 |
| No Contests | 1 |
| Wins By KO | 6 |
| Wins By Submission | 11 |
| Wins By Decision | 0 |
| Losses By KO | 2 |
| Losses By Decision | 1 |
| First Round Finishes | 7 |
| Notable Wins | Dan Hooker |
| Notable Losses | Dustin Poirier, Renato Moicano, Eliseu Zaleski dos Santos |
| Titles | Staredown FC Welterweight Champion |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/benoitsaintdenis/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Former member of the French Special Forces before joining the UFC | |
| 2. 100% of his recorded wins ended before the final bell | |
| 3. Has won six of his last eight fights | |
| 4. Served in the military to fight for his country before transitioning to the Octagon | |
| 5. Played soccer during his youth and earned a black belt in Judo from ages 8 to 16 | |
| 6. Served multiple tours in West Africa fighting terrorist organizations while in the Special Forces | |
| 7. Won an MMA tournament in Spain in 2018 while still in the military | |
| 8. Earned a Performance of the Night bonus at UFC Paris after defeating Gabriel Miranda by knockout |