Dan Henderson

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Rankings

Records

Dan Henderson's career is filled with remarkable achievements that set him apart in the world of MMA. He is the only fighter to hold titles in two different weight classes simultaneously in a major promotion, a feat accomplished in Pride. His victories over legends like Fedor Emelianenko and Wanderlei Silva are hallmarks of his career.Henderson's longevity is also noteworthy. He competed at the highest level until age 46, knocking out opponents well into his forties. His induction into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2019 recognizes his contributions to the sport, and he remains a respected figure among fans and fighters alike.

AwardsDan Henderson's awards are defined by his championship reigns and historic milestones. He won the Pride Welterweight and Middleweight Grand Prix tournaments, making him the only double champion in Pride history. He also captured the Strikeforce Light Heavyweight Championship and the UFC Interim Middleweight Championship. In 2019, he was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame, and he is also a member of the Pride Hall of Fame.

Honours & Distinctions

UFC Hall of Fame

UFC·2019

Inducted in the Pioneer Wing for his contributions to the sport.

Pride Hall of Fame

Pride Fighting Championships

Recognized as the only double champion in Pride history.

Olympic Wrestling Team Member

United States Olympic Committee·1992

Represented the USA in Greco-Roman wrestling at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics.

Olympic Wrestling Team Member

United States Olympic Committee·1996

Represented the USA in Greco-Roman wrestling at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.

Rankings & Lists

#16

Greatest MMA Fighter of All Time

Fight Matrix

Records & Feats

Only double champion in Pride FC history

Historic First·2005

Held both the Welterweight and Middleweight titles simultaneously.

Oldest fighter on UFC roster at retirement

Career Milestone·2016

Retired at age 46, the oldest active fighter in the UFC at the time.