Benson Henderson scored a monumental upset against Khabib Nurmagomedov's highly-touted teammate Islam Mamedov.Mamedov, who was unbeaten in his last 20 fights, came into Bellator 273 as a prohibitive betting favorite. However, it was Henderson's grit that made the difference as 'Smooth' grinded out a close split decision victory after three rounds.After the contest, Henderson indicated that he's contemplating retirement. The 38-year-old veteran said the win meant so much to him because it could very well be his last professional fight. In his post-fight interview, Henderson said:"This was the most important fight of my entire career. I don't know if I'll ever fight again, so going out with a W is good. That's the way to go, in front of your hometown of Phoenix, Arizona! Thank you very much!"BellatorMMA@BellatorMMAIf this is indeed the end… Thank you, Benson. A Hall of Fame-worthy career, @BensonHenderson snaps his losing streak with a Split Decision win at #Bellator273 LIVE on @SHOsports.12:35 PM · Jan 30, 202246283If this is indeed the end… Thank you, Benson. 👏A Hall of Fame-worthy career, @BensonHenderson snaps his losing streak with a Split Decision win at #Bellator273 LIVE on @SHOsports. https://t.co/tL4HmBQ3yqNeedless to say, MMA fighters and fans alike were pleasantly surprised by Henderson's vintage performance. Here's how MMA Twitter reacted to Henderson's age-defying victory at Bellator 273 MMA fighters react to Benson Henderson vs. Islam Mamedov Fellow former UFC lightweight champion B.J. Penn congratulated Benson Henderson on his spectacular win. Meanwhile, UFC heavyweight standout Tanner Boser said it was nice to finally see Henderson win after his three-fight skid.bjpenndotcom@bjpenndotcomYES! Congrats champ @BensonHenderson! 🏼12:29 PM · Jan 30, 2022769YES! Congrats champ @BensonHenderson! 🙌🏼Tanner Boser@BulldozerBoserBenson Henderson vs Islam Mamedov was a great fight and was so damn close but man it’s good to see Benson get that win!12:32 PM · Jan 30, 2022614Benson Henderson vs Islam Mamedov was a great fight and was so damn close but man it’s good to see Benson get that win!Meanwhile, a couple of former competitors were seemingly happy to witness Henderson's triumphant moment. Bellator lightweight stars Brent Primus and Patricky Pitbull hopped on Twitter to extend their congratulatory messages to Henderson. The latter even called his former rival "an inspiration."Brent Primus@brentprimus155Congrats on the win tonight @BensonHenderson 🥋@BellatorMMA @TeamIridiumISA12:35 PM · Jan 30, 2022809Congrats on the win tonight @BensonHenderson 👊🥋@BellatorMMA @TeamIridiumISAPatricky Freire@PatrickyPitbullCongratulations on the win @BensonHenderson! You're a legend and continues to inspire people. #Bellator27312:38 PM · Jan 30, 2022247Congratulations on the win @BensonHenderson! You're a legend and continues to inspire people. #Bellator273MMA media members react to Benson Henderson vs. Islam Mamedov Luke Thomas and Brian Campbell of Morning Kombat were apparently astounded by Henderson defying the odds. Their sentiments were echoed by Adam Martin, who pointed out that Henderson deserved the win since he was the more active fighter, even from the bottom position.Morning Kombat@morningkombatAs a +310 underdog Benson Henderson just snapped Islam Mamedov’s 20 fight unbeaten streak #Bellator27312:30 PM · Jan 30, 202216527As a +310 underdog Benson Henderson just snapped Islam Mamedov’s 20 fight unbeaten streak 😱 #Bellator273Adam Martin@MMAdamMartinBenson Henderson just beat Islam Mamedov as a +350 underdog! He won a split decision. Close fight but honestly Henderson was doing more work from the bottom and I'm totally ok with him getting the judges' call. #Bellator27312:29 PM · Jan 30, 2022132Benson Henderson just beat Islam Mamedov as a +350 underdog! He won a split decision. Close fight but honestly Henderson was doing more work from the bottom and I'm totally ok with him getting the judges' call. #Bellator273Meanwhile, Mike Heck of MMA Fighting and Aaron Bronsteter of TSN both appreciated Henderson's display of grit. According to them, Henderson's will to win was the difference-maker in the fight.Mike Heck@MikeHeck_JRBenson Henderson got that OG heart and intensity. Great fight.12:20 PM · Jan 30, 20227Benson Henderson got that OG heart and intensity. Great fight.Aaron Bronsteter@aaronbronsteterBenson Henderson fought that bout with so much joy and grit.One of the all-time great lightweights who is often overlooked.12:26 PM · Jan 30, 202221416Benson Henderson fought that bout with so much joy and grit.One of the all-time great lightweights who is often overlooked.Finally, there are those who tried to predict what Henderson's next move could be. Simon Samano of MMA Junkie and John Hyo Ko of South China Morning Post theorized that Henderson could go to Eagle FC. Meanwhile, Shaheen Al-Shatti of MMA Fighting said Henderson isn't necessarily retiring despite having fought out his Bellator contract.Simon Samano@SJSamanoI believe Benson Henderson just said to Khabib Nurmagomedov, “After Bellator, I’m gonna come talk to you.” #Bellator27312:27 PM · Jan 30, 202219I believe Benson Henderson just said to Khabib Nurmagomedov, “After Bellator, I’m gonna come talk to you.” 👀 #Bellator273John Hyon Ko@JHKMMAImagine if Benson Henderson signs with Eagle FC and fights the winner of Kevin Lee/Diego Sanchez for the inaugural (165-pound) super lightweight title at the end of 2022. Just imagine that.1:01 AM · Jan 30, 2022518Imagine if Benson Henderson signs with Eagle FC and fights the winner of Kevin Lee/Diego Sanchez for the inaugural (165-pound) super lightweight title at the end of 2022. Just imagine that.Shaheen Al-Shatti@shaunalshattiBenson Henderson tells us that tonight was the last fight of his Bellator contract. He's not sure if he'll ever fight again. Not retiring just yet, but said it's a possibility. #Bellator27312:56 PM · Jan 30, 2022426Benson Henderson tells us that tonight was the last fight of his Bellator contract. He's not sure if he'll ever fight again. Not retiring just yet, but said it's a possibility. #Bellator273