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Who did Pettis defeat to become the UFC Lightweight Champion?

  • Benson Henderson

  • Jose Aldo

  • Nate Diaz

  • Conor McGregor

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Anthony Pettis defeated Benson Henderson to become the UFC Lightweight Champion in 2013. This was a highly anticipated fight, as both men were considered to be among the best lightweight fighters in the world. Pettis won the fight by submission in the first round, and he has since gone on to defend his title multiple times.
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