The Bellator Lightweight World Grand Prix is set to kick off in spectacular fashion tomorrow at Bellator 292. In the main event, lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov will look to make his first title defense against the always game “Smooth” Benson Henderson. The Dagestani champion has yet to taste defeat in his youthful career, holding a perfect 16-0 record. Henderson, who ranks number three in the division, is on a two-fight win streak.
As for the rest of the card, Tofiq Musayev will meet Alexander Shabliy in the co-main event for their respective match in the first round of the LWGP.