Michael Chandler ’s last successful Bellator lightweight title defense came over a big name, but not without some controversy. At Bellator 165 in 2016, the Bellator staple fought former UFC lightweight champion Benson Henderson in a back-and-forth war that ended in a split decision. Chandler (19-5 MMA, 16-5 BMMA) outpointed Henderson 48-46, 46-48, 48-47 in the judges scorecards that night in San Jose, Calif. Although Chandler was disappointed in his performance, his fight with Henderson was one of the more exciting title bouts in Bellator’s history. After defeating Henderson, Chandler went on to fight Brent Primus.
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