Detailed head-to-head breakdown and comparison of Benoit Saint Denis vs. Kyle Prepolec ahead of their clash at UFC 315!
UFC 315 brings fans a compelling matchup between France’s Benoit Saint Denis and Canada’s Kyle Prepolec. The fight opens the main card of UFC 315: Muhammad vs. Della Maddalena on May 10. Both fighters are hungry for a win after facing ups and downs in their careers. Saint Denis wants to bounce back from a tough loss. Prepolec aims to prove he belongs in the UFC after getting cut years ago.
The former French special forces operator quickly became a fan favorite. His aggressive style and finishing ability made him one to watch. Meanwhile, Prepolec has been grinding on the regional circuit since his UFC release. He has put together a solid three-fight win streak to earn this second chance. The Canadian striker has been fighting professionally since 2009, giving him a significant experience edge. This clash represents a critical moment for both men’s careers. Let’s break down how these fighters stack up against each other.
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From the French military to the UFC octagon, Benoit Saint Denis has lived quite the life. His journey began in 2017 while still serving in the French Special Forces. Saint Denis initially picked up kickboxing and Brazilian jiu-jitsu to improve his combat skills. Little did he know this would lead to a whole new career path. He quickly fell in love with the sport after winning an amateur tournament in Spain.
After leaving the military in early 2019, Saint Denis gave himself a two-year timeline to make it to the UFC. Most people might take a vacation after leaving a high-stress job, but not him. He joined the Bulgarian Top Team and racked up an impressive eight straight wins by finish. The pandemic slowed his momentum, but nothing could stop his rise. Saint Denis made his UFC debut in 2021 against Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos and faced his first professional loss.
Dropping to lightweight proved to be a smart move for the Frenchman. He strung together five impressive victories, including highlight-reel finishes of Matt Frevola and Thiago Moises. His aggressive style and military-like discipline made him a fan favorite and earned him a #13 ranking. Despite recent setbacks against Dustin Poirier and Renato Moicano, Saint Denis remains one of the most exciting prospects in the division. Now heading into UFC 315, he hopes to bounce back and continue his climb up the lightweight ladder.
| 17 Fights | Win | Loss |
| By KO/TKO | 4 | 2 |
| By Submission | 9 | 0 |
| By Decision | 3 | 1 |
*Benoit Saint Denis has 1 No Contest on his resume as well.
The Canadian kickboxer started his MMA journey way back in 2008. While some current UFC stars were still in high school, Prepolec was already trading blows in the cage. He built his resume fighting across North American regional promotions. Even had a stint in Bellator facing tough opponents. Persistence pays off in this sport, and Prepolec earned it the hard way.
After capturing championships in two different promotions, the UFC finally came calling in 2019. Unfortunately, his first UFC run wasn’t a fairy tale. Prepolec faced Nordine Taleb on short notice at welterweight. He was fighting a bigger opponent with just one week to prepare. His second bout against Austin Hubbard was competitive but ended in another decision loss. Just as the world shut down due to COVID-19, Prepolec received news of his UFC release while nursing an injury the same year he was signed.
But the Canadian showed true fighter spirit by not giving up. He returned to regional competition in 2021, capturing another championship belt and stringing together an impressive three-fight win streak with two highlight-reel head kick finishes. Now, in an unexpected twist of fate, Prepolec gets his second UFC chance as a late replacement at UFC 315. Against Saint Denis, Prepolec has nothing to lose and everything to gain as he looks to make the most of his UFC redemption fight!
| 26 Fights | Win | Loss |
| By KO/TKO | 10 | 0 |
| By Submission | 4 | 2 |
| By Decision | 4 | 6 |
| Tale Of The Tape | Benoit Saint Denis | Kyle Prepolec |
| Record | 13-3-0 (1 NC) | 18-8 |
| Height | 5’11” | 5’10” |
| Weight | 155lbs | 155lbs |
| Reach | 73” | 70” |
| Stance | Southpaw | Southpaw |
| DOB | Dec 18,1995 | Aug 30, 1989 |
The clash between these two lightweights promises an interesting stylistic matchup. Will Saint Denis use his grappling and power to secure another win? Or can Prepolec’s striking and experience lead him to a career-defining UFC victory? Fans will find out this weekend when these 2 step into the octagon at UFC 315.
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