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ufc 150 poster henderson vs edgar e1344646010770 UFC 150   $60K Bonuses to Cerrone, Guillard and Bermudez An exciting night of fights at UFC 150 in Denver was capped off with lightweight champion Ben Henderson retaining his title with a split decision win over Frankie Edgar.

Following the action UFC officials announced that the following fighters were award $60K bonuses for their performances. Donald Cerrone picks up two awards to bank a very nice $120K.

Fight of the Night – Donald Cerrone and Melvin Guillard

Knockout of the Night – Donald Cerrone

Submission of the Night – Dennis Bermudez

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