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"I know that calf hurts" - Henry Cejudo posts congratulatory message to Payton Talbott after UFC 323 Henry Cejudo's storied MMA career came to a close at UFC 323. As he exits the sport on the back of a loss, 'Triple C' made sure to praise hi...

DECEMBER 8 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Petr Yan stunningly dominates Merab Dvalishvili to capture the bantamweight championship at UFC 323

Petr Yan stunned Merab Dvalishvili with a dominating effort to capture the bantamweight championship by unanimous decision at UFC 323 on Saturday night

DECEMBER 7 • Associated Press

Earns biggest win of career Talbott defeated Henry Cejudo via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) at UFC 323 on Saturday in Las Vegas.

Impact This was not an easy fight for Talbott despite the fact Cejudo is getting up there in age and was competing in the final bout of his storied career. He still managed to go out there and put forth a stellar performance dominating in all aspects of the fight. Blessed with an overwhelming edge in terms of speed and power, Talbott easily dominated the striking exchanges between the two. More surprising was the fact Payton landed three takedowns on a former Olympic gold medalist. It was a complete all-around effort. Talbott was left for dead following a dreadful performance in a unanimous decision defeat to Raoni Barcelos in January, but he's since looked unbelievable in wins over Felipe Lima and Cejudo. The 27-year-old Nevada native appears to be right back on track at 135 pounds.

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Henry Cejudo drops major bombshell about upcoming UFC 323 fight against Payton Talbott Henry Cejudo recently dropped a major update on his fighting career ahead of his bout against Payton Talbott at UFC 323 this weekend.

DECEMBER 3 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Set for Cejudo bout Talbott will fight Henry Cejudo at UFC 323 on Dec. 6, Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl reports.

Impact Talbott rebounded from a shocking loss to Raoni Barcelos with a unanimous decision victory over Felipe Lima in late June. He'll have a chance to improve to 5-1 in the UFC by defeating Henry Cejudo, who lost his most recent match due to a technical unanimous decision.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Frank Ocean Reacts to Fighter Payton Talbott Winning at UFC 317, Fuels Dating Rumors The worlds of MMA and celebrity culture often collide, with musicians, actors, and athletes frequently showing support for fighters both ins...

JUNE 30 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

UFC 317 Delivers All-Time Fight Night Headlined By Ilia Topuria KO | Deadspin.com UFC 317 was a stunner. Ilia Topuria knocked out Charles Oliveira, Joshua Van and Brandon Royval delivered a classic, and Payton Talbott made...

JUNE 29 • DEADSPIN.COM

Ilia Topuria makes case for being UFC's pound-for-pound best with first-round KO of Charles Oliveira

Ilia Topuria continued his ascension up the pound-for-pound ladder with a major statement via a vicious first-round knockout of Charles Oliveira to win the vacant lightweight champ...

JUNE 29 • Associated Press

Payton Talbott feels 'weight lifted off my shoulders,' down for Cody Garbrandt next UFC 317 winner Payton Talbott spoke to MMA Junkie and reporters post-fight after his unanimous decision victory over unanimous decision in L...

JUNE 29 • USATODAY.COM

Improvements evident in victory Talbott defeated Felipe Lima via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) at UFC 317 on Saturday in Las Vegas.

Impact Talbott was dominated as a -1200 favorite by Raoni Barcelos in mid-January. He gave up eight takedowns in that fight and spent nearly 10 minutes on his back. Talbott deserves full marks for getting back in the gym and shoring up the biggest hole in his game. He appeared much more confident and aggressive in shutting down 12-of-15 tries from Lima. He got better and better as the fight progressed and by the time the final bell rang, it was clear he'd be winning a decision. Talbott's power and stand-up skills are legit. He's never going to be much of an offensive grappler, but if the takedown defense holds up like it did today, he's a massive threat in there. Talbott improves to 4-1 in the UFC.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Payton Talbott vs. Felipe Lima prediction, pick, start time for UFC 317 Payton Talbott and Felipe Lima clash in the UFC 317 main card opener. Which highly-touted prospect gets it done?

JUNE 28 • USATODAY.COM

UFC 317 Betting Breakdown: Top Picks for Topuria vs. Oliveira, and Pantoja vs. Kara-France | Deadspin.com Get expert UFC picks and betting analysis for Felipe Lima vs. Payton Talbott, Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira, and Alexandre Pantoja vs. K...

JUNE 28 • DEADSPIN.COM

Payton Talbott brushes off 'fraud' labels from 'goldfish memory' fans after loss | UFC 317 UFC 317 fighter Payton Talbott spoke to MMA Junkie and reporters at media day for his main card bout vs. Felipe Lima in Las Vegas.

JUNE 25 • USATODAY.COM

Felipe Lima reveals ranked opponent withdrew from UFC 317, hopes Payton Talbott fight gets him similar opportunity Before Payton Talbott was offered, Felipe Lima had a ranked opponent for UFC 317 but the bout was canceled before it was announced.

JUNE 24 • USATODAY.COM

Bounce-back opportunity scheduled Talbott will take on Felipe Lima in a bantamweight matchup at UFC 317 on June 28, Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl reports.

Impact Talbott suffered his first career loss as a heavy favorite against Raoni Barcelos in January, and the highly-regarded prospect is now looking for a chance to bounce back. He'll draw another quality prospect in Lima who is a perfect 2-0 in the UFC, with victories over Muhammadjon Naimov and Miles Johns. Talbott will have height and reach advantages, in addition to a much higher mark in volume striking.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Henry Cejudo: UFC 303's Payton Talbott 'a threat for any of us in the top 10' Henry Cejudo has high praise for undefeated UFC bantamweight Payton Talbott.

JUNE 28, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

4 biggest takeaways from UFC on ESPN 53: Rose Namajunas' next move, Payton Talbott's potential and the Bite of the Night Analysis of the biggest storylines coming out of UFC on ESPN 53, including Rose Namajunas, Payton Talbott and the infamous biting incident.

MARCH 24, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

UFC adds Cameron Saaiman vs. Payton Talbott to March 23 lineup Rising bantamweight prospects Cameron Saaiman and Payton Talbott will square off in March.

FEBRUARY 2, 2024 • SUNHERALD.COM

Modern MMA problems: Payton Talbott asks Aguirre to unblock him on Instagram after UFC debut win Dana White’s Contender Series product Payton Talbott won his UFC debut with a third-round submission of Nick Aguirre at UFC Fight Night 232.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

UFC Fight Night 232 video: Payton Talbott punishes Nick Aguirre for first career submission 25-year-old Payton Talbott delivered his first career submission in his octagon debut at UFC Fight Night 232.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

UFC's Nick Aguirre on Payton Talbott comparisons to Sean O'Malley: I need to 'shut all that sh*t down' UFC Fight Night 232’s Nick Aguirre is out to stop talks of his opponent looking like the next Sean O’Malley.

NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

DWCS 57 winner Payton Talbott says Sean O'Malley comparisons drive him crazy Payton Talbott hopes to fight Sean O’Malley one day just because he hates the comparisons.

AUGUST 9, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

DWCS 57 winner Payton Talbott says Sean O'Malley comparisons drive him crazy Payton Talbott hopes to fight Sean O’Malley one day just because he hates the comparisons.

AUGUST 9, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

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