UFC Paris: Benoit Saint Denis vs. Mauricio Ruffy: Live round-by-round updates

Benoit Saint Denis and Mauricio Ruffy square off ahead of UFC Paris. [Image Courtesy: Getty]
Benoit Saint Denis and Mauricio Ruffy square off ahead of UFC Paris. [Image Courtesy: Getty]

Lightweight fighters Benoit Saint Denis and Mauricio Ruffy are set to face each other in the co-main event of UFC Paris.

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Saint Denis has been part of the leading MMA promotion for over three years. After losing his debut fight, 'God of War' went on a five-fight winning streak until he faced Dustin Poirier at UFC 299. Saint Denis faced another setback in his next match, losing to Renato Moicano. Heading into UFC Paris, the Frenchman is coming off a submission victory over Kyle Prepolec at UFC 315.

On the other hand, Ruffy is relatively new to the promotion, having entered through Dana White's Contender Series in 2023. He currently holds an unblemished UFC record of 3-0, with victories over Jamie Mullarkey, James Llontop, and most recently, King Green at UFC 313.

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While Saint Denis is an efficient grappler with a strong background in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Ruffy is known for his knockout power. Notably, the Brazilian has achieved 11 of his 13 professional MMA wins by KO/TKO.

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UFC Paris is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, at the Accor Arena in Paris, France. The prelims kick off at 12 PM ET / 9 AM PT, followed by the main card action starting at 3 PM ET / 12 PM PT, live on ESPN+ in the United States. Fans in India can watch the event on Sony LIV.

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Round 1

Saint Denis starts with a leg kick. He follows up with a takedown and puts Ruffy's back onto the canvas. The Brazilian transitions and escapes. Saint Denis goes for another takedown and holds Ruffy onto the cage. The Frenchman maintains the top position, throws a few strikes. Ruffy gets back up to his feet. Saint Denis lands a few kicks to end the round strong.

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Our Score: 10-9 Saint Denis


Round 2

Saint Denis starts with a takedown attempt and fails. Ruffy connects with a jumping knee strike, but the Frenchman clinches and transitions into a grappling game again. Ruffy gets up. Saint Denis locks another clinch and takes down the Brazilian again. He gets the back of Ruffy, attempts a rear-naked choke, and it's done. The Brazilian taps out, Saint Denis wins!


Official Result

Benoit Saint Denis defeats Mauricio Ruffy via submission (Round 2, 2:56)

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