Renato Moicano News
Chael Sonnen vouches for Renato Moicano vs. Justin Gaethje following UFC Paris
Fernando Quiles - October 2, 2024
Chael Sonnen thinks Renato Moicano vs. Justin Gaethje makes too much sense to pass on. Moicano scored a big win at UFC Paris recently. He defeated Benoit Saint-Denis via second-round TKO. “Money” Moicano battered Saint-Denis to the point where the doctor ruled the “God of War” could not continue.
Renato Moicano destroys rankings panel after being snubbed following UFC Paris win
Fernando Quiles - October 1, 2024
Renato Moicano has had enough of the official UFC rankings. “Money” Moicano turned in a brutal one-sided beatdown of Benoit Saint-Denis at UFC Paris this past weekend. It was a big fight for the Brazilian lightweight, as he did battle in enemy territory. It was a big chance for him to derail his opponent’s hype train, and that’s exactly what he did with a TKO finish via doctor’s stoppage.
What's next for Renato Moicano and Benoit Saint-Denis after UFC Paris?
Cole Shelton - October 1, 2024
The UFC was in Paris, France for a solid UFC Paris card on Saturday which saw a battle of top-15 lightweights as Renato Moicano took on Benoit Saint-Denis. In the main event, Moicano was going into enemy territory and entered the bout on a four-fight winning streak. Saint-Denis, meanwhile, was coming off a stoppage loss to Dustin Poirier back in March.
Renato Moicano extends training invitation to Benoit Saint-Denis: "I think he’s a great fighter and he’s still young"
Fernando Quiles - September 30, 2024
Renato Moicano would like for Benoit Saint-Denis to train with him at American Top Team. Moicano and Saint-Denis were rivals inside the Octagon this past Saturday. “Money” Moicano entered enemy territory in Paris. The setting didn’t deter the Brazilian in the least, as he battered the heavily hyped Saint-Denis in the opening round alone.
Pros react after Renato Moicano stops Benoit Saint Denis at UFC Paris
Chris Taylor - September 28, 2024
Today’s UFC Paris event was headlined by a key lightweight bout featuring Benoit Saint Denis taking on Renato Moicano. Saint Denis (13-3 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since suffering a knockout loss to Dustin Poirier at March’s UFC 299 event. That setback had snapped a five-fight winning streak for the Frenchman, who had previously earned consecutive stoppage wins over Niklas Stolze, Gabriel Miranda, Ismael Bonfim, Thiago Moises and Matt Frevola.
UFC Paris Results: Renato Moicano TKO's Benoit Saint Denis (Video)
Chris Taylor - September 28, 2024
We have you covered for all of today’s UFC Paris results, including the lightweight main event between Benoit Saint Denis and Renato Moicano. Saint Denis (13-2 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since suffering a knockout loss to Dustin Poirier at March’s UFC 299 event. That setback snapped a five-fight winning streak for the Frenchman, who had previously earned consecutive stoppage wins over Niklas Stolze, Gabriel Miranda, Ismael Bonfim, Thiago Moises and Matt Frevola.
UFC Paris: 'Moicano vs. Saint Denis' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - September 28, 2024
The Octagon returns to France for today’s UFC Paris event, a 14-bout fight card headlined by Renato Moicano vs. Benoit Saint Denis. Moicano (19-5-1 MMA) enters the bout on a three-fight win streak, his most recent being a second-round TKO victory over Jalin Turner at UFC 300. Prior to that, the 35-year-old Brazilian had picked up wins over Brad Riddell and Drew Dober respectively.
UFC Paris Weigh-in Results: Scary moment for prelim fighter, main event official
Fernando Quiles - September 27, 2024
The weigh-in results for UFC Paris are in. UFC Paris takes place inside the Accor Arena this Saturday. Before the action begins, the early morning weigh-ins were in full swing. There is good news, as the main event between Renato Moicano and Benoit Saint Denis is official.
Renato Moicano almost sucker punched Chael Sonnen: "I used to hate him"
Fernando Quiles - September 26, 2024
Renato Moicano wasn’t exactly a fan of Chael Sonnen. It’s no secret that Sonnen had a knack for getting under the skin of his opponents. Even though he is retired from active competition, “The Bad Guy” still knows how to ruffle some feathers.
Pro fighters make their picks for Benoit Saint-Denis vs Renato Moicano
Cole Shelton - September 25, 2024
In the main event of UFC Paris, a pivotal lightweight bout goes down as Benoit Saint-Denis takes on Renato Moicano. Heading into the fight, Saint-Denis is a -290 favorite while the Brazilian is a +215 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the scrap, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to make their picks for the lightweight fight. The pros believe Saint-Denis will get his hand raised, as he will be able to KO Moicano early in the fight to get a big win at home.
Michael Bisping wonders how Renato Moicano will handle hostile UFC Paris fans
Fernando Quiles - September 25, 2024
Michael Bisping believes Renato Moicano is stepping into the lion’s den when he meets Benoit Saint Denis in enemy territory. Moicano and Saint Denis will collide this Saturday at a UFC Paris event. The fight will be held inside the Accor Arena. This is a big opportunity for “Money” Moicano to extend his winning streak to four and emerge as a true contender at 155 pounds. As for Saint Denis, he’ll want to make a statement coming off a second-round knockout loss to Dustin Poirier.
Renato Moicano explains why he’s “glad” to have not trained with teammate Dustin Poirier ahead of Benoit Saint Denis fight at UFC Paris
Harry Kettle - September 24, 2024
Renato Moicano has explained why he’s glad not to have trained with Dustin Poirier heading into his fight against Benoit Saint Denis. This weekend, Renato Moicano faces a huge challenge. He’ll step into enemy territory in Paris, France as he prepares to battle Benoit Saint Denis. If he wins, it’ll give his UFC lightweight title hopes a huge boost.
Paddy Pimblett expresses interest in coaching The Ultimate Fighter opposite Renato Moicano: “Comedy gold”
Fernando Quiles - July 28, 2024
Paddy Pimblett believes the build to a fight with Renato Moicano would be an entertaining one. “The Baddy” faced his toughest test yet in King Green on the main card of UFC 304. Pimblett was the crowd favorite, as his clash with Green was held inside Co-op Live in Manchester, England this past Saturday night.
REPORT | Benoît Saint Denis vs. Renato Moicano targeted for UFC Paris
Curtis Calhoun - June 28, 2024
A lightweight matchup between surging contenders Benoît Saint-Denis and Renato Moicano is in the works for September 28 in Paris. The UFC is targeting the Saint-Denis vs. Moicano matchup for the promotion’s upcoming return to Paris on September 28th. Ag.Fight was the first to report the news of the targeted Saint-Denis vs. Moicano fight.
Renato Moicano explains why he’s rooting for Conor McGregor to defeat “fake” Michael Chandler: “I pray to MMA gods that Conor wins”
Susan Cox - May 16, 2024
Renato Moicano is explaining why he’s rooting for Conor McGregor to defeat ‘fake’ Michael Chandler. UFC 303 will take place on Saturday June 29th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Renato Moicano questions Alexandre Pantoja’s decision to fight Steve Erceg at UFC 301: “I don’t think it was very smart”
Susan Cox - May 3, 2024
Renato Moicano is questioning Alexandre Pantoja’s decision to fight Steve Erceg at UFC 301. UFC 301 takes place tomorrow, Saturday, May 4th at the Farmasi Arena, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Renato Moicano explains why he shouted out the Austrian School of Economics during viral UFC 300 Octagon interview
Curtis Calhoun - April 15, 2024
UFC lightweight contender Renato Moicano used part of his UFC 300 interview to express his concerns about the state of the U.S. economy. Moicano earned arguably the biggest win of his career by finishing Jalin Turner during the UFC 300 prelims. He rallied from an early knockdown to smother Turner with punches in Round 2 to win his third consecutive fight.
Paddy Pimblett targets UFC fight against Renato Moicano amid social media beef: "You owe me money, lad"
Fernando Quiles - March 17, 2024
Paddy Pimblett has something to say to Renato Moicano. Paddy “The Baddy” has had some back and forth exchanges with “Money” Moicano on social media. The Brazilian bruiser has gained some new fans with his hilarious personality, but Pimblett isn’t laughing. Back in January, Moicano poked fun at Pimblett’s weight gains after each fight. Moicano had the following to say on his YouTube channel: