In the first of the evening’s two title fights and a rematch of one of the best fights of 2009 Ben Henderson successfully defended his WEC lightweight championship with a dominant first round submission.
WEC 48 Results: Benson Henderson Defends His Lightweight Title With Submission Win
It took under two minutes for Henderson to lock Cerrone up. Against the cage with a body lock Henderson was able to land several hard knees to the legs and head before getting a takedown. Not much action happened on the ground until a scramble during which Henderson grabbed Cerrone’s neck with a deep guillotine choke. Henderson locked it in and Cerrone had no option but to tap.
The win marks Ben’s first defense of his 155 pound crown and his 11th win in a row.
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