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"Smooth"

Benson Henderson

Former Fighter • 23-5-0 (W-L-D)
Andrews Nakahara
. To Be Determined
UFC Fight Night Korea: Jorge Masvidal v Benson Henderson
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6 years ago

Fight Night Seoul: Benson Henderson Backstage Interview

Benson Henderson had a lot to say in the Octagon after his split decision victory over Jorge Masvidal at Fight Night Seoul. Hear what "Smooth" had to say backstage after the event.
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA - NOVEMBER 28: Benson Henderson of the United States of America has his hand raised after a split decision victory over Jorge Masvidal of the United States of America in their welterweight bout during the UFC Fight Night at the Olympic
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6 years ago

Fight Night Seoul: Benson Henderson and Jorge Masvidal Octagon Interview

Benson Henderson emerged victorious via split decision after a five-round, technical bout with Jorge Masvidal at Fight Night Seoul.
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA - NOVEMBER 27: (L and R) Jorge Masvidal and Benson Henderson during the UFC Fight Night weigh-in at the Olympic Park Gymnastics Arena on November 27, 2015 in Seoul, South Korea. (Photo by Mitch Viquez/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Image
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6 years ago

Fight Night Seoul: Henderson vs. Masvidal - Joe Rogan Preview

UFC commentator Joe Rogan previews the Fight Night Seoul main event between Benson Henderson and Jorge Masvidal. Don't miss all the fights starting at 5am/2am ETPT early Saturday morning.
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 01: Thiago Alves attends the UFC on FX press conference at the Star Casino on March 1, 2012 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Thiago Alves
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6 years ago

Fight Night Seoul: Post-fight Press Conference

Watch the Fight Night Seoul: Post-fight Press Conference
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA - NOVEMBER 25: Ben Henderson holds an open workout for fans and media during UFC Fight Night Open Workouts at Times Square on November 25, 2015 in Seoul, South Korea. (Photo by Han Myung-Gu / Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)
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6 years ago

Fight Night Seoul: Top 5 Media Day Moments

Fight Night: Henderson vs. Masvidal is just around around the corner. Check out these top 5 media day moments from Seoul.
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA - NOVEMBER 25: Jorge Masvidal holds an open workout for fans and media during UFC Fight Night Open Workouts at Times Square on November 25, 2015 in Seoul, South Korea. (Photo by Han Myung-Gu / Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)
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6 years ago

Fight Night Seoul: Jorge Masvidal - Ready For Main Event

Jorge Masvidal is making his first main event appearance at Fight Night Seoul when he takes on Benson Henderson. He is just having fun with all the spotlight.
KRAKOW, POLAND - APRIL 11: (R-L) former UFC lightweight champion Benson Henderson coaches Yaotzin Meza of the United States between rounds of his featherweight fight against Damian Stasiak of Poland during the UFC Fight Night event at the Tauron Arena on
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6 years ago

Fight Night Seoul: Benson Henderson Preview

Benson Henderson is ready for Jorge Masvidal. Hear it from Henderson himself just days before Fight Night Seoul.
LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 12: Jorge Masvidal reacts to his victory over Cezar Ferreira in their welterweight bout during the Ultimate Fighter Finale inside MGM Grand Garden Arena on July 12, 2015 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa
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6 years ago

Fight Night Seoul: Jorge Masvidal Preview

Jorge Masvidal is ready for Benson Henderson. Don't miss the two welterweights square off in the main event at Fight Night Seoul.
BROOMFIELD, CO - FEBRUARY 14: Benson Henderson celebrates after defeating Brandon Thatch by submission due to a rear naked choke in their welterweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event inside 1stBank Center on February 14, 2015 in Broomfield, Colora
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6 years ago

Fight Night Seoul: Henderson vs. Masvidal - No Smack Talk

Benson Henderson thinks there's no need to trash talk before a fight because he likes to do his talking inside the Octagon. Henderson faces Jorge Masvidal in the main event Saturday at Fight Night Seoul on UFC FIGHT PASS.
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA - NOVEMBER 25: Jorge Masvidal holds an open workout for fans and media during UFC Fight Night Open Workouts at Times Square on November 25, 2015 in Seoul, South Korea. (Photo by Han Myung-Gu / Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)
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6 years ago

Fight Night Seoul: Masvidal Main Event promo

BROOMFIELD, CO - FEBRUARY 14: (R-L) Benson Henderson lands a kick to the head of Brandon Thatch in their welterweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event inside 1stBank Center on February 14, 2015 in Broomfield, Colorado. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa L
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6 years ago

Fight Night Seoul: Benson Henderson - Getting the Job Done

UFC welterweight Benson Henderson is hungry for another win in his new weight class at Fight Night Seoul against Jorge Masvidal. "Smooth" said fans can expect a slug fest and he needs to get his hand raised at the end of the fight.
BROOMFIELD, CO - FEBRUARY 14: (R-L) Benson Henderson lands a kick to the head of Brandon Thatch in their welterweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event inside 1stBank Center on February 14, 2015 in Broomfield, Colorado. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa L
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Fight Night Seoul: Benson Henderson Signature Moves

Go in the gym with Benson Henderson and learn the three signature moves from "Smooth" himself.

Stats

Striking accuracy 46% 46%

Striking accuracy

Sig. Strikes Landed
952
Sig. Strikes Attempted
2088
Grappling accuracy 46% 46%

Grappling accuracy

Takedowns Landed
Takedowns Attempted
114
2.93
Sig. Str. Landed
Per Min
1.79
Sig. Str. Absorbed
Per Min
2.40
Takedown avg
Per 15 Min
0.79
Submission avg
Per 15 Min
64
%
Sig. Str. Defense
64
%
Takedown Defense
0.18
Knockdown Ratio
16:13
Average fight time

Sig. Str. By Position

Standing
562 (59%)
Clinch
200 (21%)
Ground
190 (20%)

Sig. Str. by target

43% 411 Head 31% 296 Body 26% 245 Leg

Win By Way

KO/TKO
0 (0 %)
DEC
0 (0 %)
SUB
0 (0 %)

Event Results

  • Win

    Henderson vs Masvidal

    Round
    5
    Time
    05:00
    Method
    DEC
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  • Win

    Henderson vs Thatch

    Round
    4
    Time
    00:03:58
    Method
    Submission
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  • Win

    Cerrone vs Henderson

    Round
    3
    Time
    00:05:00
    Method
    Decision - Unanimous
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Biography

Status
Not Fighting
Hometown
United States
Trains at
MMA LAB - Glendale, AZ
Age
38
Height
69.00
Weight
170.00
Octagon Debut
Apr. 30, 2011
Reach
70.00
Leg reach
38.00
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. To Be Determined
Welterweight Division • -- (W-L-D)