Henry Cejudo Defeated Javon Walton in Miami
The 39-year-old former champion secured a split decision after four rounds of boxing.
Updated on Oct. 3, 2026 in Boxing
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Former UFC champion Henry Cejudo edged out 20-year-old Javon Walton by split decision in a four-round matchup held in Miami. Walton entered the ring as a last-minute replacement after an injury sidelined DeenTheGreat.
Why it matters
The exhibition drew eyes as a clash between the veteran Cejudo and the younger Walton, who stepped in on short notice to keep the card on schedule.
Cejudo, 39, overcame a first-round deficit to win the final three rounds, securing a split decision over the 20-year-old Walton. The bout followed a secondary card featuring a 5-0 professional boxing record for FoxTheG and a 9-0 bare-knuckle record for Justin Ibarrola.
The players
Henry Cejudo
A 39-year-old former UFC champion who won the main event by split decision.
Javon Walton
A 20-year-old fighter who stepped in as a short-notice replacement.
Tony Ferguson
A 42-year-old fighter who successfully defended the Misfits middleweight title.
Mahmoud Sebie
A middleweight fighter who was defeated by Tony Ferguson in the second round.
FoxTheG
A professional boxer who maintained his undefeated record against Justin Ibarrola.
The details
Cejudo, originally from Los Angeles, relied on his experience to recover after dropping the opening round. On the same card, 42-year-old Tony Ferguson retained his Misfits middleweight title by stopping Mahmoud Sebie in the second round following a knockdown in the first. Other results included FoxTheG defeating Justin Ibarrola over six rounds, and Louis Russell securing a victory against Dawson Barrett with a second-round knockout.
Timeline
October 3, 2026: Henry Cejudo fought Javon Walton in Miami.
Beyond the 305
This bout follows the established Misfits Boxing event structure, which frequently utilizes high-profile veteran crossovers to anchor its cards. The integration of established combat sports names like Cejudo and Ferguson into the circuit reflects a broader trend of cross-discipline matchups.
Sports fans in Miami saw a night of action that highlighted the growing footprint of crossover boxing events in the city. The results of these matches will likely influence future card lineups as organizers look to build on the attendance and engagement from this October event.
The takeaway
The event demonstrated the unpredictable nature of short-notice fight cards in the 305. Fans should keep an eye on future Misfits promotional announcements to see if Cejudo and Ferguson continue their roles in these crossover events.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Sports Talk Florida - N.
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