Dan Henderson: Now My Fans Can Watch Me for Free

Dan Henderson made a major move in the mixed martial arts world on Monday, announcing that he’s leaving the UFC to sign with Strikeforce.

Henderson’s prolonged contract talks with the UFC were much discussed, and the UFC said he was asking for too much money. But in an interview with FanHouse, Henderson said money was only one of several factors that led him to switch. Others included his perception of a lack of respect from the UFC, his frustration that the UFC didn’t plan to give him a title fight, and his excitement about fighting on network television.

Michael David Smith: Are you relieved that you can stop thinking about contract negotiations and start thinking about fighting again?

Dan Henderson: Yeah, it’s nice to get that stuff done. And it’s nice that I have a job now.

What made you decide to sign with Strikeforce?

A number of factors. Strikeforce being on CBS was a big factor. The deal with Strikeforce makes a lot more sense than the deal with the UFC all around.

Read the entire interview by Michael David Smith of mma.fanhouse.com here…