In the main event of PFL Brussels at ING Arena, Patrick Habirora faced former UFC and WEC lightweight champion Benson Henderson.
Henderson’s last MMA appearance was in 2023, where he was submitted in the first round by Usman Nurmagomedov for the Bellator lightweight title, leading to his retirement.
After a two-year break, “Smooth” returned to the cage to challenge “The Belgian Bomber,” aiming to prove he still possesses championship capabilities through his experience and skill set.
Patrick Habirora, conversely, has an impressive record, with seven of his last eight wins coming by knockout. He holds notable victories over fighters like Kevin Jousset and Danny Roberts. Habirora sought to add another swift knockout to his undefeated record against the 42-year-old Henderson.
The welterweight bout, scheduled for three rounds, concluded swiftly.
Round 1
Benson Henderson’s MMA comeback was short-lived and disastrous. Just 21 seconds into the fight, “The Belgian Bomber” landed a powerful left uppercut, immediately knocking Henderson unconscious. A few follow-up strikes were thrown as Henderson fell to the canvas, prompting the referee, Mike Beltran, to stop the fight to prevent further damage.
Result: Patrick Habirora defeated Benson Henderson via KO in Round 1.
Benson Henderson Brutally KO’d In 21 Seconds During MMA Return At PFL Brussels by Patrick Habirora
In a shocking turn of events at PFL Brussels, veteran fighter Benson Henderson’s return to mixed martial arts ended in a devastating knockout just 21 seconds into his welterweight bout against Patrick Habirora. Habirora secured the victory with a swift and brutal finish, extending his own undefeated streak.
Henderson, a former UFC and WEC lightweight champion, stepped back into the octagon after a two-year hiatus following his last fight in 2023, where he was submitted by Usman Nurmagomedov. He aimed to demonstrate that he still had what it takes to compete at a high level.
However, Patrick Habirora, known for his striking power and an impressive run of knockouts, proved to be too much. Habirora, who has finished seven of his last eight opponents, wasted no time in asserting his dominance.
The fight began, and within the opening seconds, Habirora landed a decisive left uppercut that sent a completely unconscious Henderson crashing to the mat. The referee immediately stepped in to call off the fight, marking one of the quickest finishes of Henderson’s storied career and a significant win for the undefeated Habirora.
The official result was a knockout victory for Patrick Habirora over Benson Henderson in the first round.
