Henry Cejudo to Face Wanna Walton at Misfits Boxing After Deen The Great Withdrawal

Former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo has secured a new opponent for his highly anticipated boxing debut. Misfits Boxing announced on Tuesday that Cejudo will now face the undefeated Most Valuable Promotions fighter Wanna Walton at the promotion's upcoming event in Miami on September 26. The shift in the fight card comes following the withdrawal of Cejudo’s originally scheduled opponent, Deen The Great, who was pulled from the event due to undisclosed reasons detailed in the official press release.

Cejudo, who captured gold in both the flyweight and bantamweight divisions during his tenure with the UFC, transitions to the boxing ring following a storied career in mixed martial arts. His move to this Misfits Boxing showcase represents a significant change in his competitive trajectory, as he prepares to test his striking skills against Walton. Walton enters the bout with an unblemished record, positioning this matchup as a high-stakes test for the Olympic gold medalist in his first professional boxing foray. The event continues the recent trend of high-profile combat sports figures crossing over into the Misfits Boxing circuit. Official event details, including the full undercard, remain in place for the September 26 date in Miami, where fans will see if Cejudo’s grappling background translates to success in the squared circle.

Source: MMA Fighting.