Henry Cejudo Just Put On A Very Impressive Performance In Boxing Debut

Henry Cejudo won his professional boxing debut against Javon Walton by split decision at the James L. Knight Center in Miami. The 39-year-old Olympic gold medalist and former two-division UFC champion faced off against the 20-year-old Euphoria star in a four-round bout. According to Yahoo Sports, two judges scored the fight 39-37 in Cejudo's favor, while the third judge scored it for Walton.

Cejudo struggled early with Walton's longer frame, but found his range as the first round progressed. He went on to land more powerful punches, causing Walton to adjust his approach. In the later rounds, Cejudo continued to set the terms of the fight, but Walton countered with well-placed shots when crowded.

The outcome was disputed, with the judges' scorecards split. Cejudo said in a post-fight interview that he felt he didn't have a good first round, but made the necessary adjustments to secure the win.

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