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Dana White Says Cejudo Must Defend Flyweight Title Against Benavidez or Be Stripped

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Henry Cejudo claim to “Triple C” may be winding down if he does not defend his flyweight title next. Ultimate Fighting Championship President Dana White told reporters after Tuesday’s Contender Series that “The Messenger” must defend the 125-pound title next against Joseph Benavidez.

“Right now, we have some things playing out at 135 pounds,” White declared. “What we’d like to see Cejudo do is defend his title against Benavidez.