Winner: Renato Moicano
Confidence Score: 56This is a close matchup between two highly skilled and experienced lightweights, both coming off strong recent runs. Renato Moicano has shown improved striking (49% accuracy, 61% defense) and is a more efficient finisher by submission (10 sub wins vs 8 for Dariush), with slightly better takedown accuracy and comparable control on the mat. Moicano's recent wins over dangerous opponents like Jalin Turner, Drew Dober, and Benoit Saint Denis indicate he's peaking, while Dariush has suffered recent setbacks against top-tier grapplers and strikers. Dariush is more well-rounded but is slightly older, and fighters of his age and style with similar recent form have underperformed in comparable matchups. Moicano's defensive grappling (71% TDD) and ability to capitalize on mistakes give him a slight edge, especially if the fight gets extended. The pick leans Moicano due to his sharper recent form, finishing ability, and defensive improvements, but it's a razor-thin call given both fighters' skill sets and experience.
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