Henry Cejudo, known as "The Messenger," and Payton Talbott are set to square off at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The bantamweight undercard bout will take place during UFC 323. Emerging fighter Payton Talbott faces veteran Henry Cejudo as they each look to make a statement in the octagon.
Cejudo, a seasoned fighter, became professional in 2013 and boasts a win record of 16 victories with 8 by knockout. He lost his last fight against Yadong Song this past February in a unanimous decision after a technical setback. Over his career, he has faced tough competition and experienced five losses while maintaining resilience.
Payton Talbott, newer to the professional scene than Cejudo, turned pro in 2021. With an impressive record of ten wins and only one loss, he recently secured a unanimous decision victory over Felipe Lima in June. The difference in height—notable in bouts within their weight class—favors Talbott against the shorter Cejudo.
Henry Cejudo vs Payton Talbott Betting Odds
- Underdog: Henry Cejudo : 3.1 (+215)
- Favorite: Payton Talbott : 1.4 (-250)
| Method of victory | Henry Cejudo | Payton Talbott |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 11.0 (+1000) | 3.8 (+280) |
| By decision or technical decision | 4.6 (+360) | 2.0 (+105) |
Henry Cejudo faces long odds against Payton Talbott with a moneyline of +215. This positions him as the underdog. Talbott is favored at -250, signaling strong confidence in his victory. Cejudo's knockout odds sit at +1000, while Talbott's are shorter at +280 for a finish. Still, Cejudo's potential win by decision or points comes in at +360. In contrast, Talbott's odds for a decision victory stand firmer at +105. These figures reflect a tilt towards Talbott, suggesting he likely controls this match-up according to bookmakers.
What time is Henry Cejudo vs Payton Talbott fight
Live coverage for the Henry Cejudo vs Payton Talbott main card will start at 06:00 PM EST on ESPN PPV. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Henry Cejudo vs Payton Talbott Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 | 06:00 PM | 09:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 | 03:00 PM | 06:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 | 10:00 PM | 01:20 AM (next day) |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 12:20 PM |
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