Henry Cejudo is an American mixed martial artist and a former UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) bantamweight and flyweight champion. Cejudo's wrestling journey began with the influence of his brother, Angel, who himself was a four-time AIA wrestling state champion. Henry achieved great success in the sport, winning four state championships—two in Arizona and two in Colorado. In recognition of his exceptional talent, he was named ASICS National High School Wrestler of the Year in 2006 and also made it to USA Wrestling Magazine's Dream Team of High School All-Americans.
Henry Cejudo transitioned to MMA in 2013, winning his debut at bantamweight before compiling a 6–0 record. He joined the UFC in 2014, fighting at bantamweight before moving to flyweight. After key wins in the 125 lb division, he challenged Demetrious Johnson for the UFC Flyweight Championship in 2016 but lost. In 2018, he won the flyweight title in a rematch. He later claimed the bantamweight title in 2019, becoming a two-division champion. Cejudo retired in 2020 but returned in 2023, losing to Aljamain Sterling and Merab Dvalishvili. He is now set to face Song Yadong on February 22, 2025.
Did Henry Cejudo return from his retirement?
Henry Cejudo was not suspended but voluntarily retired from the UFC in May 2020. Cejudo has not been suspended by any regulatory body or athletic commission during his MMA career. However, it is worth noting that Cejudo retired from the UFC in May 2020, shortly after defending his bantamweight title at UFC 249. Cejudo himself stated that he retired because he had accomplished everything he wanted to in the sport and wanted to focus on other aspects of his life.
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FAQs On Henry Cejudo
A. Yes, Henry Cejudo returned to MMA against Aljamain Sterling at UFC 288 on May 6, 2023.
A. As of February 2025, Henry Cejudo is 38 years old.
