Henry Cejudo expected April to be a peaceful month. Instead, it has become one of the most tumultuous months of his life. First, he finds himself in the midst of a chaotic street incident in which a group of teenagers crash a car into his neighbor’s yard. And then, just days later, the unexpected happens: a thief enters his studio while his producer is sleeping and steals his first UFC championship belt. That flyweight strap was more than just a trophy; it represented his hard-earned triumph over one of the greatest fighters of all time, Demetrious Johnson. And now it is gone. But while fans anticipated Cejudo to lash out or instantly file charges, what followed next caught everyone off guard.
Instead of calling for justice or initiating a social media campaign, Cejudo made an unexpected first move: he attended a basketball game. Calm, composed, with no sign of alarm on his face. Later that day, ‘Triple C’ was spotted surrounded by cameras, possibly conducting a media interview. Nothing was officially confirmed; however, an Instagram story by his close buddy Hughie Johnston revealed that the team could have been from TMZ.
Johnston’s second Instagram story took things further. In a touching statement, he stated that Cejudo had no plans to press charges—as long as the belt was returned. “Henry exemplified the Christlike attitude, turn the other cheek, and I was so impressed by him! He will not press charges, -if the thief will simply return the belt!” It’s not every day that a fighter, particularly one with Cejudo’s credentials, overlooks something like this. But perhaps it was never about vengeance. Perhaps it was about legacy—and how much of it is attributed to the guy rather than the belt.
A thief broke into Henry Cejudo’s studio last night and stole his first UFC belt
@rushmma11 #UFC #MMA pic.twitter.com/FtjHqonN07
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) April 8, 2025
Nonetheless, the wound is real. That title signaled the start of Cejudo’s epic run, which saw him win two divisions and seal his status as a future Hall of Famer. ‘Triple C’ may have lost a portion of that story, but his reaction proves something else: Cejudo has evolved. He’s still the Olympic gold medalist and two-time champion, but there’s a new dimension of grace. And if the thief is watching his interview, they might want to accept the offer while it is still on the table—because if Cejudo ever stops turning the other cheek, things could get very real, very fast. While his first title has been stolen, he still is an active UFC fighter with more time to spend in the Octagon. But how many more fights does he have left in him?
Henry Cejudo reveals retirement timeline to Donald Trump
Despite having a piece of his heritage stolen, Henry Cejudo stays focused on what lies ahead—one final ride. He’s already accomplished what few others will: Olympic gold, two UFC championships, and a reputation as one of the wisest tacticians to ever enter the cage. But now, the magic has faded. Three consecutive losses have chipped away at the myth of ‘Triple C,’ and while the belt thief stole a piece of history, time appears to be doing the rest. However, instead of denial, Cejudo has accepted reality with surprising calm.
It all came to light during a quick yet insightful conversation with none other than Donald Trump. The two met at the 2025 NCAA Wrestling Finals, and Trump, always a straight shooter, got directly to the point: “You got one more fight?” Cejudo did not hesitate. “I got one more, and then I’m calling it.” There will be no theatrics or evading the question. Just a gentle confirmation that the end is coming. After all of the drama, rivalries, and comebacks, ‘Triple C’ is ready to close the book on his terms.
What stands out isn’t only the statement itself, but how at ease he appears with it. There is no panic or yearning for redemption. Cejudo appears to have accepted his legacy, even if it is now missing a title. He’ll fight one last time, give it his all, and then walk away with whatever remains, knowing he did all. Few combatants get to choose their exit. Fewer yet execute it with the clarity that Henry Cejudo just showed. What do you think? Who will be Cejudo’s retirement fight? Let us know in the comments.
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