Henry Cejudo vs Payton Talbott — Fight recap

Payton Talbott defeated Henry Cejudo via unanimous decision over three rounds on December 6, 2025, in a striking-heavy contest where the younger fighter's volume and precision proved decisive. Talbott landed 134 significant strikes at 61% accuracy compared to Cejudo's 60 of 116 at 51%, while controlling the cage for 3:31 to the former champion's 2:39.

The featherweight prospect secured three of five takedown attempts (60%) and registered one knockdown, establishing dominance in both standup exchanges and grappling phases. Cejudo managed only one successful takedown from seven attempts and relied on leg strikes, landing 17 of 21, but couldn't generate enough offensive output to sway judges.

Referee Chris Tognoni presided over a technically sound affair that saw Talbott dictate range and pace throughout. The loss marks a significant setback for Cejudo's comeback trajectory at featherweight, while Talbott continues his ascent toward title contention.