Benson Henderson's lightweight clash against Michael Johnson was never officially finalized for July 12's The Ultimate Fighter 21 Finale, but according to UFC officials last month, the mid-summer collision of contenders was pretty much the plan. Or, at least it was.
Henderson was forced to withdraw from the unofficial bout two weeks ago for undisclosed reasons. Johnson's next move now remains mystery, while Henderson appeared on Tuesday's episode of The MMA Hour to confirm what many already feared.
"I had an injury," the former UFC lightweight champion revealed.