Jon Jones-Dan Henderson set for September showdown
UFC light heavyweight champ Jon Jones will fight for the second time this year when he meets Dan Henderson on September 1 at what will likely be UFC 151 (though the actual event has yet to be officially announced). However, UFC President Dana White confirmed the date’s attachment to the match-up via Twitter where he also mentioned it would take place in Las Vegas. Jones (16-1) has successfully... [Read More...]
Jon Jones: “I’m not worried about the H-Bomb.”
UFC light heavyweight Dan Henderson is known for a lot of things but none so much as “The H-Bomb”, his brutal overhand right known for leaving opponents like Michael Bisping and Wanderlei Silva gasping for air. However, Henderson’s next opponent – champion Jon Jones – isn’t necessarily concerned about getting blasted by the former Strikeforce/PRIDE title-holder’s best weapon. “No,... [Read More...]
Jon Jones: “I really hope that Dan keeps it classy throughout this fight.”
After the overwhelming amount of hype leading up to Jon Jones’ successful title-defense against rival Rashad Evans at UFC 145 fans are likely ready for a break from “Bones” addressing matters unrelated to action in the Octagon. It turns out Jones is too. The 24-year old champion recently reached out to his next opponent – Dan Henderson – in hopes of convincing him to avoid the smack and focus... [Read More...]
UFC official pushing for Jon Jones-Dan Henderson to take place at UFC 149
When Jose Aldo was removed from the UFC‘s July card in Canada, UFC President Dana White mentioned the possibility of Jon Jones defending his light heavyweight title against Dan Henderson as a replacement. While Jones is recently-removed from a five-round fight with Rashad Evans, he has mentioned wanting to fight four times this year and certainly didn’t absorb a ton of damage against Evans. While... [Read More...]
Dan Henderson confirmed as next opponent for Jon Jones
The match-up many already believed would happen was confirmed Saturday night when UFC President Dana White announced Dan Henderson will be the next opponent for light heavyweight champion Jon Jones. Jones defended his belt in victorious fashion over Rashad Evans in the main event last night at UFC 145, giving him yet another title-win over a former champion. Previously Jones topped Quinton “Rampage”... [Read More...]
Dan Henderson intrigued by Jon Jones, only wants Anderson Silva at middleweight
Though UFC President Dana White recently came forward to guarantee Dan Henderson a title-shot in the division of his choosing, the actual adversary “Hendo” will test his skills against later this year remains up in the air. That somewhat foggy future will become a bit clearer later this month when light heavyweight champion Jon Jones puts his gold up for grabs against rival Rashad Evans at UFC... [Read More...]
Dan Henderson: “Don’t count out Rashad Evans.”
With only a few weeks remaining before Jon Jones’ much-anticipated main event match-up with Rashad Evans at UFC 145, opinions on the likely result have been rolling in at an increased pace from fans, media, and fighters alike. One man with a significant interest in how things will unfold is Dan Henderson, a top contender seemingly set to face whoever emerges victorious in the April 21 bout. While... [Read More...]
Dana White confirms Dan Henderson’s next fight will be a title-shot
Dana White may have a hardened exterior but the fist he rules the UFC with is as fair as it is firm. Though the UFC President recently attempted to book iconic veteran Dan Henderson in bouts against Antonio Rogerio Nogueira and Mauricio “Shogun” Rua, the 41-year old held out in hopes of a title-fight only to see White come around in the end instead of lashing out at his defiance. White was recently... [Read More...]
Dan Henderson feels he should have received title-shot, not Rashad Evans
Dan Henderson remains idle and on the sidelines, waiting for the UFC light heavyweight and middleweight titles to be defended later this year. However, if Henderson had his way it would be his name and not Rashad Evans‘ set to meet 205-pound champion Jon Jones in April at UFC 145. “Hendo” secured a #1 contender position by defeating Mauricio “Shogun” Rua last year and,... [Read More...]
Dan Henderson plans to remain active for years to come
If you ask Dan Henderson, retirement is not something he has on his mind at the moment. Rather, “Hendo” is instead focusing on cashing in on a victory over Mauricio “Shogun” Rua from last November by turning it into a championship fight for either the light heavyweight or middleweight title. As such, for the time being, Henderson will remain patient and await an opening for one of those two... [Read More...]
Dana White certain Dan Henderson will wait for a title-shot before fighting again
For UFC light heavyweight Dan Henderson it’s apparently all about competing for gold. The 41-year old, who was last seen defeating Mauricio “Shogun” Rua last year, is said to have decided his next fight will be for either the UFC light heavyweight or middleweight belt but nothing less. However, both those titles are currently tied up as Jon Jones will defend the light heavyweight strap against... [Read More...]
Dan Henderson fires off shots at Quinton “Rampage” Jackson
Dan Henderson and Quinton Jackson met inside the Octagon several years ago when the two unified the PRIDE and UFC championships. Jackson claimed victory in the encounter. However, “Hendo” appears to be ahead on the scorecards in a recent war of words. Henderson, who is sitting on the sidelines while waiting for a bout, sounded off on “Rampage” through Twitter regarding Jackson’s... [Read More...]
Dan Henderson refutes claim he turned down Lyoto Machida match-up
Dan Henderson isn’t one to usually pass on fights, so when Dana White spread news this week the former PRIDE/Strikeforce champion had decided against taking a match with Lyoto Machida it seemed odd. Now, on his Twitter account, “Hendo” has set the record straight or at least given his side of things. “Was never offered Machida. And even though he has lost 3 of his last 4, I’m sure it would... [Read More...]
Dan Henderson not waiting for winner of bout between Rashad Evans-Jon Jones
When Rashad Evans outpointed Phil Davis at UFC on FOX 2 and exited the match-up in relatively good health the mystery surrounding who light heavyweight Jon Jones would defend his title against next was solved. However, the question about equally deserving contender Dan Henderson’s future remained unanswered. Henderson, who solidified his standing as a top challenger with an exciting win over Mauricio... [Read More...]
Dan Henderson offers up picks for tonight’s UFC on FOX card
It seems everyone has an opinion on who they feel will emerge victorious tonight when it comes to the co-headlining clashes between Chael Sonnen-Michael Bisping and Phil Davis-Rashad Evans. Among them is Dan Henderson, a top light heavyweight contender who could be in line for a shot at Jon Jones’ title if Evans stumbles against Davis in the evening’s main event. However, based on how “Hendo”... [Read More...]
Lyoto Machida interested in fight with Dan Henderson
With Rashad Evans a win away from earning his long awaited shot at Jon Jones’ title it seems fellow top contender, Dan Henderson, could be left in limbo if things play out as expected. However, at least one 205er has stepped up to say he’s interested in fighting the legendary light heavyweight if that’s the case – Lyoto Machida. Machida expressed his desire to hook up with “Hendo” in a... [Read More...]
Dana White still open to possibility of rematch between Anderson Silva and Dan Henderson
Long before Chael Sonnen nearly shocked the world by using his high-level grappling effectively enough to neutralize the explosive talents of Anderson Silva, former Strikeforce light heavyweight champ Dan Henderson had similar success in the opening round of their title-fight at UFC 82 before falling in the following frame by way of submission. When Henderson recently re-signed with the UFC talk immediately... [Read More...]
Dan Henderson back in the UFC, faces “Shogun” Rua at UFC 139
The top MMA organization in the world continues to pluck Strikeforce champions like they’re feathers from a bird. First it was Nick Diaz, then two weeks ago it was Alistair Overeem, and today it’s Strikeforce light heavyweight champion Dan Henderson. Ready to welcome him back to the octagon is one of the most exciting light heavyweights in the world, former UFC 205 lb champion Mauricio... [Read More...]
Loser of Fedor Emelianenko’s fight with Dan Henderson likely sent packing
When PRIDE icon Fedor Emelianenko and current Strikeforce light heavyweight champ Dan Henderson meet in a Chicago area cage a little less than two weeks from today it will likely be the last time one of them competes under the promotion’s banner. According to multiple sources with knowledge of the situation, Five Ounces of Pain has confirmed one of the core components of the matchmaking process... [Read More...]
Fedor Emelianenko reciprocates interest in match-up with Dan Henderson
Strikeforce appears to be on the cusp of creating one of the few legitimate “super-fights” MMA has ever seen after Fedor Emelianenko’s management was recently quoted as saying “The Last Emperor” had verbally agreed to fight fellow all-timer Dan Henderson with paperwork possibly being in place on both sides before the end of the weekend. News of Emelianenko’s stance was reported by ESPN... [Read More...]
