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Song Yadong defeated Henry Cejudo by technical decision at UFC Fight Night 252 in Seattle.

Song Yadong secured a technical decision victory over Henry Cejudo in the main event of UFC Fight Night 252, held at the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. The bantamweight bout ended prematurely due to an accidental eye poke, preventing Cejudo from continuing. Yadong was awarded the win via points, marking a significant moment in his career.

The event featured other exciting matchups, including Ricky Simon facing Javid Basharat, who was looking to bounce back from his first career loss. Brandon Allen took on Anthony Hernandez in a middleweight clash, while Jean Silva battled Melsik Baghdasaryan in the featherweight division. Alonzo Menifield also faced Julius Walker in a light heavyweight bout, showcasing a diverse range of talent across the card.

Preliminary fights included Ion Cutelaba vs Ibo Aslan, Andre Fili vs Melquizael Costa, and Rob Font vs Jean Matsumoto, adding to the event`s competitive spirit. UFC Fight Night 252 was broadcast live on ESPN+ in the USA and TNT Sports in the UK, allowing fans to catch all the action from their homes.

For more details on the main event, check out UFC Fight Night 252 and for insights on the matchup, visit Henry Cejudo vs Song Yadong.

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