Cage Warriors makes its return to Newcastle, England this week with a strong lineup set to take place in one of the promotion’s most competitive events of the year.
In the main event, Brazilian grappling specialist Nonato Junior (14-9-1) steps in on short notice to face former lightweight champion George Hardwick (13-3). Following the withdrawal of Hardwick’s original opponent Jan Quaeyhaegans last week. Junior, who has built a reputation for his submission skills, will look to add another finish to his record and stake his claim as a contender. Hardwick, meanwhile, aims to deliver a decisive performance that will reinforce his standing at the top of the 155-pound division.
The card also features a number of notable names. Scottish fighters Chris Bungard (21-10) and Reece McEwan (8-3) return to action against Simone Patrizi (7-4) and Elton Armindo (6-0), respectively. Highly regarded UK prospect George Staines (6-0) - recently signed from OKTAGON – is set to make his promotional debut, while Matt Figlak (8-2) makes his return in Cage Warriors’ trademark yellow gloves.
The event marks another major stop for Cage Warriors as it continues to showcase top talent from across Europe.
Cage Warriors 193: Full Fight Card
Main Card
- Lightweight: Nonato Junior vs George Hardwick
- Lightweight: Simone Patrizi vs Chris Bungard
- Lightweight: Willian Batista vs George Staines
- Lightweight: Orlando Wilson Prins vs Andrew Fisher
- Welterweight: Matt Figlak vs Tom Crosby
- Bantamweight: Elton Armindo vs Reece McEwan
Preliminary Card
- Lightweight: Grant Ogborne vs Michael Blair
- Middleweight: Jordan O'Neill vs Michael Tchamou
- Bantamweight: Giovanni Fernandez vs Sam Kelly
- Featherweight: Connor Patterson vs Jake McHugh
- Bantamweight: Ieuan Mackenzie vs Keir Harvie
- Middleweight: Geoff Pavey vs Fraser Paterson
- Bantamweight: Giada Ghizzo vs Lexi Rook
- Bantamweight: Richard Kallos vs Tom Wright
- Featherweight: Matt Elliott vs Alexis Tsarmantidis
