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Benson Henderson, after a 17-year career in MMA, expressed amazement at how everything turned out.

Following his loss to Bellator champ Usman Nurmagomedov at Bellator 292, the former WEC and UFC champion lightweight champion announced his retirement last Friday after a career spanning 17 years. True to his word, Henderson had previously vowed to retire following his next loss after signing a new four-fight contract with Bellator in March 2022. Despite the disappointment, Henderson is content with his decision to … Continue reading Benson Henderson, after a 17-year career in MMA, expressed amazement at how everything turned out.

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In the aftermath of confusion surrounding a stoppage during the Bellator 292 fight, referee Jason Herzog has addressed critics and provided an explanation for his decision

Referee Jason Herzog ultimately made the correct decision, but it was not an easy one to make. Herzog presided over the quarterfinal bout between Alexandr Shabliy and Tofiq Musayev in the Bellator Lightweight World Grand Prix, which took place at Bellator 292 on Friday in San Jose, Calif. The fight ended in a third-round TKO after Musayev was hit with a body kick and was … Continue reading In the aftermath of confusion surrounding a stoppage during the Bellator 292 fight, referee Jason Herzog has addressed critics and provided an explanation for his decision

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Michael Page demolishes Goiti Yamauchi’s kneecap with brutal 26-second finish

Michael Page made his return to the cage in Bellator 292, where he ended his MMA comeback with just one strike. After his one-fight bare-knuckle boxing appearance against Mike Perry, Page faced Goiti Yamauchi in a welterweight bout that resulted in one of the most gruesome highlights of the year. Page landed a kick to Yamauchi’s right leg just 26 seconds into the fight, appearing … Continue reading Michael Page demolishes Goiti Yamauchi’s kneecap with brutal 26-second finish

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Fighters have responded to Benson Henderson’s retirement at Bellator 292, with many expressing that he is truly one of the greatest of all time.

Benson Henderson’s remarkable achievements and impact will be long remembered. The former UFC lightweight champion and current Bellator fighter has officially retired after losing to Usman Nurmagomedov via submission at Bellator 292. During his post-fight interview, Henderson retired from his professional career by leaving his gloves in the cage. With a career that began in 2006, Henderson leaves behind an impressive record of 30-12, including … Continue reading Fighters have responded to Benson Henderson’s retirement at Bellator 292, with many expressing that he is truly one of the greatest of all time.

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Bellator 292, Nurmagomedov and Henderson – All you need to know.

Usman Nurmagomedov defends his Bellator lightweight championship against former UFC champion Benson Henderson. The co-main event features Tofiq Musayev and Alexander Shabliy, who start the quarterfinals of the Bellator lightweight grand prix. Main Card (10 p.m. ET) Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Benson Henderson Tofiq Musayev vs. Alexander Shabliy Valentin Moldavsky vs. Linton Vassell Michael Page vs. Goiti Yamauchi Preliminary Card (7 p.m. ET) Enrique Barzola vs. … Continue reading Bellator 292, Nurmagomedov and Henderson – All you need to know.

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