Benson Henderson was happy to answer Bellator’s short-notice call, especially at welterweight. Henderson (28-9 MMA, 5-4 BMMA) is moving back up to 170 pounds for the first time in eight fights when he takes on Jason Jackson in the co-main event of Bellator 253 on Thursday at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. The matchup was officially announced less than a week ago, but Henderson doesn’t expect that to be a factor. The former UFC and WEC lightweight champion explains that the weight cut has always been his toughest battle. Competing at welterweight means he can solely focus on the fight
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