Henry Cejudo to Make Professional Boxing Debut Against Javon Walton
Coronado High School graduate and former UFC fighter Henry Cejudo will make his professional boxing debut against Javon "Wanna" Walton, an actor from HBO's "Euphoria," on September 26th. The fight will take place at the James L. Knight Arena in…
Colorado Springs Pueblo, CO, September 17, 2026 —
Former UFC fighter Henry Cejudo is set to enter the professional boxing arena for the first time. Cejudo, a graduate of Coronado High School, will face Javon “Wanna” Walton in a highly anticipated bout. Walton is known for his acting role in the HBO series “Euphoria.”
The professional boxing debut for Cejudo is scheduled for September 26th. The fight will be held at the James L. Knight Arena, located in Miami. This matchup will serve as the main event for the Misfits Boxing promotion.
Further details regarding the specific fight card or other participants were not immediately available in the provided summary. The announcement marks a significant crossover event, bringing together athletes from different combat sports and entertainment industries. Henry Cejudo’s background includes a notable career in mixed martial arts, where he achieved significant success. Javon Walton has been recognized for his roles in television and his involvement in combat sports at a younger age. The pairing is expected to draw attention from fans of both boxing and related entertainment fields. The specific circumstances leading to this particular matchup, such as weight class or round count, were not detailed in the summary. The event is being promoted by Misfits Boxing, an organization known for featuring crossover bouts.
Story summarized from the original created by MARCUS HILL marcus.hill@gazette.com on gazette.com, see more information here.
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