Just months after ending his UFC career, former double champion Henry Cejudo is stepping back into competition.
On December 6, Cejudo concluded his UFC journey with a fight against Payton Talbott at UFC 323. Shortly after, he revealed in an exclusive interview that he plans to become a children’s author following his fighting career.
Despite retirement plans, the 38-year-old will return to combat sports on February 28.
Cejudo to headline RAF06 alongside UFC veteran
Cejudo will compete at RAF06 in the Mullett Arena in Tempe, Arizona, returning to his wrestling roots. Organizers will announce his opponent in the coming weeks.
Joining him at the top of the card is UFC veteran Clay Guida, who left the UFC in January after three straight losses. Guida’s opponent will also be announced soon. ‘The Carpenter’ previously competed under the RAF banner, losing to Cayden Henschel at RAF03.
Real American Freestyle has drawn attention recently for hosting high-profile events featuring top names from combat sports.
RAF05 features stacked fight card
The promotion will arrive in Sunrise, Florida, on January 10 for RAF05, headlined by Colby Covington versus Luke Rockhold.
UFC’s top-ranked lightweight Arman Tsarukyan will also compete against former PFL champion Lance Palmer. Tsarukyan continues to fight outside the UFC after missing the latest 155-pound title opportunity.
