UFC Seattle on February 22 imposes an exceptional card. Between the return of double champion Henry Cejudo and the comeback of Dominick Cruz, the event promises to delight MMA fans.
He will be the main event from UFC Seattle, Henry Cejudo aka ‘Triple C’, in reference to his titles in MMA and his past as Olympic champion in wrestling, seeks to return to the path of victory after two consecutive defeats since his return in 2023. Beaten by Aljamain Sterling at UFC 288 for the bantamweight title, then by Merab Dvalishvili in an intense fight, Cejudo is today at a turning point. This duel against Song Yadong could mark a triumphant return or sign the end of his ambitions at the highest level.
On the other side, Song Yadong, at just 27 years old, represents the new guard of the division. Stringing together impressive performances, including his KO victory against Marlon Moraes, he wants to demonstrate that he deserves a place among the elite. Success against a name as prestigious as Cejudo would solidify his place among the weight elite bantam. Despite a defeat in his last fight against Petr Yan, the Chinese fighter, ranked 8th, has no other option than to win this clash to hope to get closer to the top places in the division.
Return of Dominick Cruz against Rob Font
In co-main eventthe legend Dominick Cruz (24-4), former bantamweight champion and MMA pioneer, will make his comeback after more than two years of absence, his last fight dating back to August 14, 2022. Considered one of the best tacticians in the history of sport, Dominick Cruz, at 39, wants to prove that he remains a major player in the division.
His opponent, Rob Font (21-8), is also looking for a significant victory to consolidate his position in the hierarchy. Known for his boxing skills and his ability to maintain constant pressure, Font represents a serious challenge for Cruz, who will have to show that he has lost none of his mobility and sense of timing.
Can Cejudo return to victory against Yadong?
