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Joseph Benavidez takes on Henry Cejudo in September

A high profile fight has been set UFC 191, as former contender Joseph Benavidez takes on undefeated wrestling standout Henry Cejudo.

MMASucka.com learned of the contest from sources close the event.

Benavidez (22-4) is riding a three-fight winning streak dating back to 2013. His last loss was to current 125-pound kingpin Demetrious Johnson. Most recently Benavidez earned a unanimous decision against John Moraga at UFC 187.

Cejudo (9-0) made his octagon debut in December 2014 and his since amassed a 3-0 record under the UFC banner. At UFC 188, Cejudo defeated Chico Camus via unanimous decision.