Payton Talbott Returns at UFC 332 After Lengthy Layoff

Payton Talbott returns to the Octagon this Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. The 28-year-old bantamweight is scheduled to face former flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo in the co-main event of UFC 332.

Talbott has not competed since his unanimous decision victory over Henry Cejudo last December. During his year-long hiatus, Talbott reported remaining in training despite missing out on a potential matchup against Sean O’Malley for a June event. Talbott stated that he used this period to reflect on his techniques and return to his foundational skills, aiming to implement new knowledge without compromising his core style.

The upcoming bout serves as a test for Talbott, who previously suffered a loss to Raoni Barcelos. While Talbott demonstrated progress in wrestling defense against Cejudo, his fight with Figueiredo will determine how much he has evolved during his time away from the cage.