Benson Henderson Beats Rustam Khabilov by Rear Naked Choke in 4th

by Dr. Octagon, J.D.

Rustam Khabilov looked good at first but Benson Henderson’s experience was a little too much for him tonight. .

In the fourth round Benson landed a right uppercut and a left, jumped on Khabilov’s back and locked up a quick rear naked choke for his first UFC finish, as hard as that is to believe.

Benson looked a little leaner than usual, but still gigantic for the weight class. This was a quality fight on a night of crappy fights and weird stoppages and decisions.

Khabilov looked impressive at the outset, displaying good grappling and solid striking. Khabilov was able to escape from some tight spots. He’s going to be a force to be reckoned with soon, but Henderson proved the better man for now.