What Belts Did Henry Cejudo Have?

Last Modified Feb 19, 2025 08:03 GMT
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Henry Cejudo is an American mixed martial artist and an Olympic Gold medallist. He was born on February 9, 1987, in Los Angeles, California, and is of Mexican descent. Cejudo competed in the UFC and is a former two-division champion.

Henry Cejudo overcame a tumultuous upbringing. Born to Mexican immigrants in Los Angeles, he faced the turmoil of his father’s drug and alcohol abuse, leading to frequent relocations. At four, his mother fled with her children to New Mexico, escaping his violent father. Deported when Cejudo was six, his father passed away when he was about 20. Despite adversity, Cejudo’s resilience shone through. He excelled in wrestling, winning the coveted Olympic gold in 2008. His transition to MMA was equally impressive, with Cejudo being one of the rare fighters who became champions in two divisions.

Henry Cejudo Belts

Henry Cejudo held 2 belts in the UFC. Cejudo held both the UFC Flyweight Championship and the UFC Bantamweight Championship simultaneously.

Demetrious Johnson vs. Henry Cejudo 2 - UFC Flyweight Championship

The rematch between Henry Cejudo and Demetrious Johnson, also known as Cejudo vs. Johnson 2, took place on August 4, 2018, at UFC 227 in Los Angeles, California. Cejudo had previously lost to Johnson in a title fight at UFC 197. In a closely contested fight, Cejudo outworked Johnson and won the split decision, becoming the first fighter to defeat Johnson in the flyweight division of the UFC. The victory earned Cejudo the UFC Flyweight Championship.

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Henry Cejudo vs. Marlon Moraes - UFC Bantamweight Championship

The fight between Henry Cejudo and Marlon Moraes took place on June 8, 2019, at UFC 238 in Chicago, Illinois. The fight was for the vacant UFC Bantamweight Championship. Moraes started strong, hurting Cejudo with a head kick and landing several strikes. However, Cejudo showed his resilience and began to gain control of the fight as it progressed. In the third round, Cejudo secured a takedown and finished Moraes with strikes to become one of the only 4 fighters to hold two titles simultaneously in different weight classes.

FAQs On Henry Cejudo

A. Cejudo held 2 belts in the UFC.
A. Yes, Cejudo holds an Olympic Gold Medal for wrestling.
A. Cejudo fights in the Bantamweight and Flyweight divisions.

A. Henry Cejudo is 5 ft 4 in (163 cm) tall.

A. Cejudo fought Demetrious Johnson at UFC 227 on August 4, 2018.

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