Henry Cejudo wins split decision in professional boxing debut
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Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Henry Cejudo made his professional boxing debut on September 26, 2026, at the James L. Knight Center in Miami, where he faced Javon Walton. After four rounds, Cejudo secured a split decision victory, with two judges scoring the bout 39-37 in his favor. Cejudo, a former Olympic gold medalist and UFC champion, faced challenges from the taller Walton but adjusted his strategy to gain the upper hand, particularly in the later rounds. Following the fight, he called out Nurideen Shabazz for a future matchup.
- •Cejudo's boxing debut took place in Miami.
- •Fight ended with split decision, 39-37 by two judges.
- •Cejudo faced challenges from Walton's length early on.
- •Cejudo called out Nurideen Shabazz after the fight.
- •Match was part of a Misfits Boxing event.
- 1:21 AMMMA Fighting — Henry Cejudo wins split decision over Wanna Walton in Misfits Boxing debut
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- 1:10 AMYahoo Sports — Misfits Boxing results: Henry Cejudo edges out split decision in pro debut
"Henry Cejudo beat Wanna Walton Henry Cejudo has hands. On Saturday, the latest Misfits Boxing card went down at the James L. Knight Center in Miami, Fla., headlined by the Misfits debut of former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo. “Triple C” was originally supposed to fight top influencer boxer Deen the Great, but after he pulled out, professional boxer and Euphoria star Javon “Wanna” Walton stepped in. And despite being 20 years his senior and having no professional boxing experience, Cejudo gave the 20-year-old all he could handle, using his speed to edge out a decision. Walton came out strong, using his youth and length to keep Cejudo at the end of his range. But the former Olympic gold medalist wrestler soon figured out the television star’s timing, bouncing in and out and forcing him to miss punches while Cejudo landed his own powerful hooks. Every round was competitive, but by the end of the four rounds, two of three judges scored the contest 3-1 for Cejudo, with the dissenting judge giving Walton three rounds. After the bout, Cejudo acknowledged that the fight was close and said that, out of respect, he’d be happy to run it back with Walton giving Walton a full training camp. But before that happens, Cejudo took the time to call out his would-be opponent. “Man, there was somebody I was supposed to fight! Deen The Duck, where are you?!?!?!” Is he even here? Dean The Duck! There’s no Deen The Great. This dude ducked. This dude’s just having fun with his boyfriend, and it’s time for me to put his ass down.” Henry Cejudo just beat Wanna Walton by split decision after 4 rounds then called out Deen The Great 😂 pic.twitter.com/QKaKoy6KgD — Happy Punch (@HappyPunch) September 27, 2026
"Henry Cejudo beat Javon Walton by split decision in his pro boxing debut at the James L. Knight Center in Miami. Full scorecards and card results.
"Henry Cejudo can now add winning professional boxer to his extensive combat sports resume.
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External links- MMA FightingSep 27, 2026, 1:21 AMHenry Cejudo wins split decision over Wanna Walton in Misfits Boxing debut
Henry Cejudo beat Wanna Walton Henry Cejudo has hands. On Saturday, the latest Misfits Boxing card went down at the James L. Knight Center in Miami, Fla., headlined by the Misfits debut of former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo. “Triple C” was originally supposed to fight top influencer boxer Deen the Great, but after he pulled out, professional boxer and Euphoria star Javon “Wanna” Walton stepped in. And despite being 20 years his senior and having no professional boxing experience, Cejudo gave the 20-year-old all he could handle, using his speed to edge out a decision. Walton came out strong, using his youth and length to keep Cejudo at the end of his range. But the former Olympic gold medalist wrestler soon figured out the television star’s timing, bouncing in and out and forcing him to miss punches while Cejudo landed his own powerful hooks. Every round was competitive, but by the end of the four rounds, two of three judges scored the contest 3-1 for Cejudo, with the dissenting judge giving Walton three rounds. After the bout, Cejudo acknowledged that the fight was close and said that, out of respect, he’d be happy to run it back with Walton giving Walton a full training camp. But before that happens, Cejudo took the time to call out his would-be opponent. “Man, there was somebody I was supposed to fight! Deen The Duck, where are you?!?!?!” Is he even here? Dean The Duck! There’s no Deen The Great. This dude ducked. This dude’s just having fun with his boyfriend, and it’s time for me to put his ass down.” Henry Cejudo just beat Wanna Walton by split decision after 4 rounds then called out Deen The Great 😂 pic.twitter.com/QKaKoy6KgD — Happy Punch (@HappyPunch) September 27, 2026
- Yahoo SportsSep 27, 2026, 1:21 AMUFC legend edges Euphoria actor in Misfits Boxing debut
Henry Cejudo won a decision over Javon Walton in his Misfits debut
- Yahoo SportsSep 27, 2026, 1:20 AMHenry Cejudo Just Put On A Very Impressive Performance In Boxing Debut
Henry Cejudo beat Javon Walton by split decision in his pro boxing debut at the James L. Knight Center in Miami. Full scorecards and card results.
- Yahoo SportsSep 27, 2026, 1:15 AMHenry Cejudo wins in Misfits Boxing debut
Henry Cejudo beats Javon Walton in his Misfits Boxing debut.
- Yahoo SportsSep 27, 2026, 1:10 AMMisfits Boxing results: Henry Cejudo edges out split decision in pro debut
Henry Cejudo can now add winning professional boxer to his extensive combat sports resume.
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