Bisping defeats Henderson to retain UFC middleweight belt


Ultimate Fighting Championship - UFC Fight Night 204 - Manchester Arena - 9/10/16 Michael Bisping of England (Left) and Dan Henderson of the USA (Right) Mandatory Credit: Action Images / Matthew Childs

LONDON (Reuters) - Middleweight champion Michael Bisping finally avenged the most devastating loss of his career by claiming a close decision victory over Dan Henderson in a thrilling title fight at UFC 204 in Manchester on Saturday.

Hometown favourite Bisping finished the brutal five-round battle with his face swollen and bloodied after he flirted with disaster against his veteran American opponent before finally retaining the belt thanks to the judges scorecards.

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