An Olympic gold medalist is ready to make waves in the UFC.
Undefeated flyweight Henry Cejudo (6-0) has pulled himself out of next month’s Legacy FC 34 event, adding fuel to the fiery rumors that he is on the verge of signing a new deal with UFC.
Despite the speculation, UFC officials have denied a deal to bring Cejudo over is already in place.
“While there have been discussions, no deal has been reached at this time,” read a statement from a UFC official.
At Legacy FC 34, Cejudo was attempt to successfully cut weight and compete as a flyweight for the first time (after failing in his two previous attempts at making the class).
