Benson Henderson on Decision to Retire After Loss to Usman Nurmagomedov Bellator 292

[@depthsofhell]

People are forgetting this dude is tied with khabib and bj penn with most defenses and being wec and ufc lightweight champ great career i respect him

[@timurjack8773]

Benson dominated Nate Diaz as well, Nate didn't win 1 round vs. Benson.

[@jonathonmesquita]

he's a good dude

[@真是老二次元了]

Absolutely a legendary career. As a new fan I only got to know him through this fight

[@timslee0618]

He is also one of the fighters who beat Nate Diaz

[@dr.loomis4221]

His only convincing UFC title defense was journeyman Nate Diaz

[@themmafocus]

A true legend of the sport. The fact he is still healthy and looks young at this point in his career is an amazing.

[@carlDJS]

Truth, I'm glad he's ending it while he's still looking healthy.

[@tauseefahmad87]

Legend...

[@davidsachs4883]

“Young,” compared to me, but there’s gray on his head and on his chin. But as many fights as he’s had and still have one of his ears looking normal is fantastic

[@dr.loomis4221]

Not a legend but a very good fighter...but yea he was 11-9 in his last 20

[@kevinpinter9786]

Got that secret juice

[@SpiceBoy7UK23]

No regrets Benson. You had a beautiful career; an elite submission artist and a great fan. Whether you’re a UFC fan or a Bellator fan, this is a name that the MMA community will never forget. You were always game and always wanted to test yourself against the best.

[@jaideepnegi2327]

Hey bro plz don't specify the organization specially UFC where Benson used to fight....try to say MMA instead ...because think about the other fight who couldn't able to be part of any such biggest organization 🙏

[@jaideepnegi2327]

*fighter

[@jasonhammond871]

Benson is a legend

[@BTRshow]

Benson is a absolute legend. I won't remember him as some brute, I remember him as a chess master. His fight IQ and savvy approach gave him alot of success. Hope he enjoys retirement

[@Kagemusha08]

He got tons of shit for winning close fights but that's a testament to his fight iq: he knew how to edge close rounds. People complained but it's a legit strategy. And Benson NEVER coasted, dude always fought active and hard. Never boring.

[@activeunsub]

Good man. Happy retirement brother. It's been a pleasure.

[@zmalikuwu9145]

Thank you so much Benson! You’re my favorite fighter of all time! Loved the fights, love the personality just as much! Enjoy retirement🙏🔥

[@stillwaitingfor99]

He was your favorite fighter

[@zmalikuwu9145]

@@stillwaitingfor99 yuh toothpick

[@stillwaitingfor99]

@@zmalikuwu9145 okay

[@johndavis3969]

Man I didn't think seeing him cry would make me cry too but it did.

[@dr.loomis4221]

Maybe get your estrogen levels checked...that shouldn't happen

[@pinoQ514]

Nobody cares weakling

[@joemudda3723]

MMA legend, I like what he said about working hard in life even when the odds look stacked against you.

[@Deancousin]

Big respect to this warrior!

[@drewcrawford2945]

Nothing makes me feel older than watching the Diaz, Cowboys, and the Smooths of the world retiring because I started watching this sport because of these guys back in WEC days. Thank you for the great memories 🙏♥️💯

[@neonspartan99]

Same here man. Been watching Henderson, Pettis & Cerrone since I was a kid. They were the generation of fighters that first introduced me to the sport

[@se7encureton]

Bro hella!! I’m born in 85. I was just telling my boy idk almost all these fighters. But! I showed my daughter the best fight of all time last right!:) Bonner vs. Griffin!

[@bruceleroy1683]

Benson - inventor of the calf kick.

[@Docinaplane]

Followed his entire career. He was special. His fights with Cowboy Cerrone were epic.

[@marcanthonyreyes9075]

One of the Goats, remember 1st finding out about him during the Pettis fight

[@marksequeira2757]

He is such a class act and good guy! ♡♡♡ Love you Benson!

[@TheHyena-ru8bz]

This guy was always a true martial artist. He was ahead of the curve in his prime and took out a lot of legends in their prime. Hope he enjoys retirement

[@markeverett6658]

ALL THE LOVE BRO!! YOU ARE A HERO! WAY TO REP!

[@se7encureton]

Always enjoyed Ben Henderson He is a good dude. Wishing him all the best!

[@cloudblue9466]

Benson Henderson is a real legend one of the few fighters that put mma on the map.

[@micahbodha6129]

Wishing you a blessed & prosperous retirement Benson.

[@chowboy44]

Had a buddy train at a gym in arizona. He said benson was the 1st person to greet him and show him around. True class act. RIP Big Mill

[@chuck1546]

Benson, you are the best!!! We love you.

[@jay-mk4yt]

This man is an MMA legend! thank you Benson

[@Fivedeuce]

Everyone has to respect this legend and his legacy

[@rickm1283]

Total respect for Benson! Stand up guy.

[@jordendavis7433]

Damn💔 that was hard to watch. Your gonna kill it in whatever next legend!

[@tonyperez1352]

For fighters like Benson is that I like this sport. Thank you sir.

[@briandavelopez9549]

THANK YOU, we appreciate you

[@ishmael_03]

Henderson has and always will be a stand up and humble guy.

[@tanishazoa138]

Your journey has been long my son. You've experienced and grown more than anyone could have imagined. Time to come home.

[@kvicks916]

Sad to see him cry I used to watch him in the ufc he was pretty entertaining

[@user-su8oo6mc5n]

Always did like Benson Henderson. Respect brotha. 🙏🏽❤️🧘🏽‍♂️👊🏽

[@dustinpakatak]

Congrats champ on an amazing career!

[@leafclover8891]

I remember him as a mma fighter that casually use mouthpick in the cage. Badass

[@dr.loomis4221]

toothpick...although I don't think he ever used it in a fight. I think he just kept it in his mouth.

[@pinoQ514]

Nobody cares brother

[@Common_Courtesy]

So sad to see him go like this. Respect brother. Enjoy the time with the family.

[@shotokankarate9690]

humble character, it's great to see. Last day of vacation,.. is always the best.

[@antonytheolddog8626]

Was never a huge fan, but I have absolutely unlimited respect for bendo... He paved a great legacy for himself. All the best wishes Benson

[@johnnyforsythe9713]

All respect to Benson , he's put on some dynamite 🧨 wars an has always gave his time to media an the fans... Appreciate everything he's done for the fans an the sport....

[@saeleeacho]

BENSONNNNN! True legend , nothing but respect. Love you Bro!

[@martinrobert6525]

A true champion one of the greats! What a career! Enjoy retirement MMA fans around the world wish you well!

[@bartfrench6258]

Great fighter, great personality, great and humble believer of our savior, benson is a legend.

[@Amazin11000]

Ben is a true warrior and champion and legend of MMA, I hope the UFC eventually puts him in the hall of fame. He was always a sportsman and low-key badass.

[@edwardsong9725]

Benson Henderson, well done! I followed you for many years and you delivered many great performances as an athlete and a fighter, and displayed great character respecting and honoring your opponents. Blessings to your next chapter in life. Philippians 4:13.

[@eyeofthetiger666satan]

Benson Henderson is a legend of the sport. The dude will be remembered as a humble hard working and badass dude. Thank you for everything you've done Benson....

[@handyguy1]

Sob I missed the fight! What a great fighter. You'll be missed champ

[@GQ_ONER]

He’s always been an exciting fighter 1 of the best in the world

[@dr.loomis4221]

He became so boring once he won the UFC title. Split decision after split decision.

[@AdnanKhan-jn8dz]

Respect. Great life ahead. Keep your heads up Ben.

[@LayZeeChill]

Be 1% better everyday. You’re my favorite fighter Bendo! Will miss ya

[@alaaahmed7175]

Respect 👏👏👏thank you for the amazing journey!! 👑🔥

[@biym6969]

I remember when he was winning through split decisions and fans were getting on him. Now he's a legend. The mma community is funny like that though. Hate at the moment and love at the end.

[@joelucas8529]

Sad to see a legend like him go, but glad he still has his health and wits about him!

[@LuisCruz-yg6rs]

Great message from Handerson

[@rejachemno]

Henderson's win over Thatch was one of my favorites

[@DanBCooper]

Dude 💯 respect for Benson. Awesome career, true legend.

[@BigfootHolmes]

He leaves a lasting impression everywhere he’s ever been starting in his early years as a Washington all stater and NAIA All American & madden foot ball phenom!! Much respect & love to a man who punished my endurance for 2 years.. great career for a true professional

[@samnorman2031]

What a legend 🙏

[@thebob5568]

a class act

[@FullJikama]

Those Nurmagomedov’s are unstoppable wtf

[@TracyGunz]

You're still a champ, Benson! One of the best to ever do it!

[@Samtino20]

mad respect

[@jacksdad734]

Great career. God bless you.

[@GrizzLeeSupreme]

LEGEND THANK YOU BENDO

[@OCDadal]

One of my favorite fighters of all time. A motivational compilation video called Love God or something like that provided me with incredible motivation during hard times. Thank you legend.

[@macpops0]

Thank you Ben for everything

[@dcduhk723]

He had an amazing career with great performances and fought the toughest competition he had no easy fights he fought all killers, just look at his record

[@yanickiraola4300]

He should be remember (legacy) as one of the first to weaponize the calf-kick. And that's a game changer right there...maybe as big as leg locks in bjj...Benson is one of the greats for sure. Congrats on a amazing career champ!

[@ahmadsyariefhidayattaidi3421]

Im respect for you henderson.. best regard from indonesia. Congrat for usman

[@ungtown]

Legend. Always.

[@amirbaig979]

Bless you brother wish you all the best! ❤

[@gaberambo7461]

Not only a savage but also a role model to all….

[@floridapatriotsfan9242]

Benson Henderson is an awesome fighter, so great to watch his career and the fact that he has been an outspoken Christian never afraid to give his testimony and give God credit for his successes! God bless you Benson if your future endeavors!

[@DrFrost07]

God bless you Benson

[@jawadkazmi5327]

Great career Champ 🙏

[@PillageMontage]

LOVE YOU, BENSON. Beat the best of 'em. Put a clinic on Nate Diaz, Frankie, etc. Smoothest style in the game, I tweak my technique at practice to be more like Benson. damn man. I love you bro.

[@dootpooter4740]

Bendo you're still smooth af boiiii

[@SeenaAbedi]

I watched him fight over 15 years, amazing person. I did lose a bunch of money when he lost to Pettis in their second fight but it's ok.

[@darthkang_]

What an absolute legend, hope he has a great life after fighting!

[@ColbyCovingtonWeThePeople]

Bummer he couldn’t win the bellator belt it’s a beautiful belt and you can tell how much he wanted it

[@gonzalorocha]

Gonna miss Benson, one less WEC alum in the MMA world, but glad his last fight was for a world title.

[@Nonegiven14582]

I loved his foot tapping the cage. Pro wrestling style. Before the superkick in WEC.

[@BUFFDgaming]

this guy actually seems like a good dude

[@karsam7751]

Legend himself

[@mikegreen5502]

Will be forever missed

[@sandman62100]

Respect to Benson. In my opinion he is the greatest lightweight of all time. We judge a fighter based on their prime and no one has ever had a greater prime than Benson. He was the compete package. Charming, funny, handsome, elite wrestling, and smooth striking. We love you Benson!

[@Genesis817]

LEGEND.

[@lewisjaygomes1617]

much much respect Benson Henderson. ive watched this man since i was a young kid. amazing career. respect man.

[@TheRealSwampOperator]

A real true legendary martial artist. Criminally underrated. Undisputed WEC champ , undisputed UFC champ. Could beat anybody on the planet on any given night. always dangerous, gladiator durability, endless cardio, creative striking, strong wrestling.. In my opinion he's a hall of famer. Thanks Benson. You the man

[@IvanLopez-PS_SafetySucks1]

No shame in it he is old enough for that once I saw the super late reaction when usman took his back even with a late response from both sides I knew that even then usman would finsh him both side were very nervous

[@langtryvlogme]

I wish all fighters gave a step by step breakdown of when they get a finish OR get finished. All fighter be like well yeah he caught me No shit sherlock

[@Happyfsscist33]

Thanks for the fights. The og fans know.

[@Adenosine_triphosphate420]

A legend in the mma community 🙏👊respect.

[@I.A.I.Y]

I felt how tough this loss for him. specially the moment his wife came inside the cage.

[@lowlowseesee]

this was hard to watch but im proud of him.

[@nickthomson1197]

love this guy!

[@epb0311]

Much love champ

[@Therealpiggerr]

Thank you Bendo

[@sneakerhustleusa]

Legend 💪🔥

[@charliesinnott9840]

Forever the toothpick, like how..... I caught it live and I thank him for it ...

[@none-ya-dam821]

Gonna miss that dude

[@nobodyexceptme7794]

Helluva career, never scared to challenge himself, never scared to represent his religion, champ in multiple organizations....hof most def, doesn't matter how much Dana may be a hater.

[@cspdx11]

All the ties from the wec days are retiring. Golden age of mma