Career
Early career
Benoit began training in 2007 and made his professional Mobile Marketing Association debut in May 2009. He fought extensively in his native United States and amassed a record of 7-2 before joining the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Ultimate Fighting Championship
Benoit made his promotional debut against fellow newcomer Josh Sampo on November 30, 2013 at The Ultimate Fighter 18 Finale.
He lost the back-and-forth fight via rear-naked choke submission late in the second round.
Benoit was expected to face Ray Borg on June 28, 2014 at UFC Fight Night 44. However, due to an injury, Benoit was replaced by promotional newcomer Shane Howell.
Benoit faced Sergio Pettis on March 14, 2015 at UFC 185. After a first round in which Pettis seemed to have the upper hand, Benoit dropped Pettis with a left hook and finished him off with a flurry of ground and pound in the second round.
Benoit received criticism from fans for kicking Pettis after the referee had separated the two fighters.
Benoit immediately apologized for his behavior, claiming he had let his emotions get the better of him. Dana White later stated in the UFC 185 post fight press conference that the UFC wouldn"t take any disciplinary actions towards Benoit, due to his immediate regret shown regarding the incident. Benoit faced Ben Nguyen on November 15, 2015 at UFC 193.
He lost the fight via submission in the first round.
Ultimate Fighting Championship
Fight of the Night (One time) versus Josh Sampo.
