Henry Cejudo shot verbal shots at Aleksandre Topuria after the victory of the Spanish-georgian at UFC 312.
With the weight of the world on his shoulders, the 29-year-old ran for a raw crowd in the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia, with a point to prove.
The brother of reigning featherweight champion, Ilia Topuria, proved his class during the fight and fluctuated Colby Dicknes with a thunderous shot in the first round.
However, the rest of the competition could not deliver the same level of excitement, with 'El Conquistador' who overcome the victory over the score cards.
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Henry Cejudo Slams Aleksandre Topuria
It was a big win for Aleksandre Topuria, with the talented prospect now officially in the UFC.
Although the hunter will be enthusiastic to have lifted his hand, his mind will probably be moistened when he reads what Henry Cejudo has to say.
Biggest favorite on the map and moisture without intensity. Not so impressed by Alexandre Topuria in his debut #UFC312
– Henry Cejudo (@henrycejudo) February 9, 2025
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In his appreciated career, the legend never shunned from expressing his opinion, and he certainly did not chop his words on this occasion.
He tweeted: “Biggest favorite on the map and moisture with zero intensity. Not so impressed by Aleksandre Topuria in his debut. “
Although Cejudo would like to fight Alexandre Pantoja if he beats song Yadong later this month, he has now inflamed a rivalry with Topuria that could explode in the coming years.
Ilia Topuria ends up a victory over Alexander Volkanovski while brother beats the teammate of rival at UFC 312 in the middle of Rematch interviews
Although the victory was great for the winner himself, it was just as well an explanation for his last name.
With Ilia Topuria and Alexander Volaknovski in conversations to run back, tonight's fight became just as much about them as about the men who fought themselves.
In a match-up in which 'El Matador' and 'The Great' his best to coach their athletes for victory, it was Topuria triumphing about Volkanovski.
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