Sean O'Malley provokes Henry Cejudo, leaves podcast and leaves rival angry

Sean O'Malley teases Henry Cejudo, leaves the podcast and leaves his rival angry. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube

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Sean O'Malley didn't miss the opportunity to provoke his rival, Henry Cejudo, during an appearance on the podcast 'Pound 4 Pound'. The current bantamweight champion (up to 61,2 kg.), who defends his belt against Merab Dvalishvili No. UFC 306 next Saturday (14), took the opportunity to praise Kamaru Usman and then mock the 'Triple C' for their loss against aljamain sterling.

O'Malley's provocation, which lasted just 30 seconds, referred to Cejudo's loss to Sterling in his UFC return fight, which took place in 2023. He, in turn, had the chance to fight for the title and beat 'Aljo' by knockout.

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“Boys, you know I’m a very busy man. I’ll keep this short. I came here for two reasons: 1) You’re a giant, Kamaru. An absolute legend. 2) Henry, how did you leave Aljo (aljamain sterling) take you down so easily?” said the champion before leaving the interview, which was conducted remotely.

Sean O'Malley vs. Henry Cejudo

The attitude generated different reactions from the presenters. Usman took the provocation in good humor, while Cejudo was outraged and irritated by Sean's attitude. They had a strong rivalry and even exchanged heated words backstage. UFC 276, when 'Triple C' interrupted an interview with 'Suga', who did not forgive and accused the former champion of being overweight.

In addition to the rivalry, Sean O'Malley and Henry Cejudo They live in Arizona, in the United States, which makes the dispute also a demographic battle. The two fighters were even considered to fight in the UFC, but the confrontation never happened.