5 Things You Might Not Know About Gabriel Benitez

Gabriel Benitez has established himself as a seasoned mixed martial artist through 33 professional fights. The Tijuana, Mexico, native has showcased his skills in the featherweight and lightweight divisions of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Benitez will face Jim Miller in a featured UFC Fight Night 234 attraction this Saturday at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. He has not competed since he took care of Charlie Ontiveros with first-round punches in August 2022.

As Benitez prepares for his first assignment inside the Octagon in 17 months, here are five things you might not know about him:

1. He was a quick study in mixed martial arts.

Growing up, Benitez played soccer in school but quickly…