Former UFC double champion Henry Cejudo earned a decisive win on Saturday at Real American Freestyle 6 by defeating Urijah Faber in a 160-pound catchweight match. Cejudo dominated early, showcasing his speed advantage and building an early lead over Faber in the opening round.
By the second round, Cejudo extended his lead to 7-0 through persistent attacks targeting Faber’s heel. The match concluded with Cejudo achieving a technical fall victory by reaching a 10-point margin, officially winning in the third round.
Post-Fight Demand: Cejudo Calls for Merab Dvalishvili Matchup
Immediately following the win, Cejudo called out former UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili as his next opponent at a future RAF event. His challenge injected urgency and anticipation into the wrestling scene.
“Merab!” Cejudo screams into the mic. “You are next!”
Dvalishvili responded enthusiastically to the challenge, praising the event’s quality.
“I love it. It’s the best wrestling show I’ve ever been.”
Confirming his readiness to face Cejudo, Dvalishvili declared:
“Absolutely, yes.”
Highlights and Impact of the Cejudo vs. Faber Bout
The match featured impressive displays of technique and control, with Cejudo’s wrestling skill standing out. Fans and commentators responded to his victory with excitement, anticipating the next high-profile clash against Dvalishvili.
The confrontation promises to elevate the level of competition in upcoming RAF events and could redefine rankings among wrestling and MMA athletes who follow these combative weight classes closely.
The Merab Dvalishvili challenge serves as a pivotal moment for Cejudo to prove his dominance beyond UFC titles, making this upcoming contest a highly anticipated event in the combat sports calendar.
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.@HenryCejudo gets the win over Urijah Faber in the #RAF6 main event.
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