Bisping vs. Henderson II confirmed as UFC 204 main event

The UFC has confirmed Michael Bisping will defend the UFC middleweight title against Dan Henderson at UFC 204 on Oct. 8.

Bisping's opportunity at redemption against Henderson, long after a second-round knockout defeat at UFC 100, will take place in his native Manchester, England.

The big-ticket matchup marks Bisping's first opportunity to defend his belt since coming away with a shocking first-round win over Luke Rockhold on a short-notice title fight at UFC 199.

The Englishman enters his rematch with Henderson sporting a record of 29-7 and looking to come away with his fifth consecutive victory.

Henderson, meanwhile, has admitted that the upcoming bout could be the last of his Hall of Fame-caliber UFC career. A second win over Bisping, and his 33rd at the professional level, would fittingly allow him to retire as a champion.