Henry Cejudo believes injuries ultimately derailed Dominick Cruz’s career, but praises his role in elevating the UFC’s lighter weight divisions following his retirement.

After a lineup that’s been ravaged by injuries and cancellations, the 11-bout card will see former two-division UFC champ Henry Cejudo (16-4 MMA, 10-4 UFC) return for a key bantamweight matchup with Song Yadong (21-8-1 MMA, 10-3-1 UFC).

The road to a title shot for a UFC contender is littered with obstacles. While a crucial loss can affect a fighter's timeline, these hurdles often come from outside the octagon and