Brandon Moreno vs Ryan Benoit — Fight recap

Brandon Moreno secured a split decision victory over Ryan Benoit on December 3, 2016, in a three-round flyweight bout that showcased Moreno's superior wrestling and control. Moreno landed 54 significant strikes at 37% accuracy while successfully executing 5 of 13 takedown attempts, dominating positional control with 4:51 of mat time compared to Benoit's 0:16.

Benoit, despite landing only 23 significant strikes at 24% accuracy, managed one knockdown and remained competitive through volume striking, though his inability to secure takedowns or control the cage ultimately cost him the decision. Moreno's leg strike accuracy—13 of 13 attempts—proved particularly effective in dictating range and pace throughout all three rounds.

The split decision reflected the fight's competitive nature, but Moreno's wrestling base and clinch control separated the two fighters when striking output remained relatively close.