Bellator 165 results: Michael Chandler takes thrilling split decision over Benson Henderson

Five years to the day after his breakout victory over Eddie Alvarez, Bellator lightweight champion Michael Chandler scribbled another massive MMA name onto his résumé.
Chandler won a thrilling affair over former UFC lightweight champion Benson Henderson on Saturday night in the main event of Bellator 165, eking out a split decision to successfully defend his 155-pound strap on Spike TV at the SAP Center in San Jose, Calif.
Chandler (16-3) started the bout strong, badly hurting Hend