H. Cejudo announced his retirement from MMA in May 2020. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
The news that Jung Chan Sung, the 'Korean zombie', won the race and should be the challenger for Alexander Volkanovsky No. UFC 273 stirred the pride of Henry Cejudo. After campaigning to replace the injured Max Holloway In the featherweight title fight (up to 65,7kg), the North American didn't like the Australian's decision at all. Irritated, 'Triple C' used social media to criticize the choice.
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"Alexander Volkanovsky, it seems like you chose to face the Zombie and not the guy who would turn you into one”, wrote Cejudo, in his account on Twitter.
Retired since May 2020, when he overcame Dominick Cruz In his title defense in the bantamweight category (up to 61,2kg.), Henry has expressed his interest in returning to active duty. The athlete, however, is willing to make history and aims for a fight for the featherweight belt.
Cejudo's ambition is linked to his legacy in MMA. With two belts in different categories in the organization, the North American is looking for his third title in the company, something unprecedented in more than 20 years with the company.
With a new opponent for the UFC 273, which takes place on April 9, Volkanovski is heading towards his third title defense. In addition to trying to maintain the throne, the Australian wants to expand the big phase. Currently, the fighter has 20 consecutive victories, 10 of them in Ultimate.
Hey @alexvolkanovski it figures you would go for the Zombie…and not the guy that would turn you into the Walking Dead.
— Henry Cejudo (@HenryCejudo) January 11, 2022
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