Cage Warriors 193 Results: Hardwick Shines in Newcastle

Cage Warriors 193 took place on September 13, 2025, at the Vertu Motors Arena in Newcastle, delivering a night packed with knockouts, submissions, and statement wins. The card highlighted some of Europe’s most promising talents while reminding fans why Cage Warriors remains one of the best proving grounds in MMA.

Main Event: George Hardwick Delivers a Statement

In the headline bout, George Hardwick returned to winning ways with a devastating second-round TKO over Nonato Junior. Hardwick’s crisp boxing and relentless pressure overwhelmed his opponent, and the stoppage came at 1:28 of Round 2. The win puts Hardwick right back into contention at lightweight, signaling he’s not done making noise on the European scene.

Other Main Card Highlights

George Staines defeated W. Batista via unanimous decision, showcasing sharp striking over three rounds.
Andrew Fisher earned a unanimous decision win over O. Prins, using his experience to control the pace.
Mateusz Figlak made a big statement with a first-round TKO of Tom Crosby at just 2:04.
Elton Armindo stopped Reece McEwan with a second-round TKO in another high-action bout.
Michael Blair finished Grant Ogborne via TKO late in the second round.

Preliminary Action

The prelims delivered fast finishes and dominant performances:

Sam Kelly submitted Giovanni Fernandez with a kimura in Round 1.
Jake McHugh edged past C. Patterson with a unanimous decision.
I. Mackenzie scored a first-round submission over Keir Harvie.
F. Paterson landed a first-round TKO on Geoff Pavey.
Giada Ghizzo stopped Lexi Rook with a second-round TKO.
A. Tsarmantidis closed the night with a unanimous decision over M. Elliott.

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What This Means Going Forward

The event was defined by its high finish rate, with several fighters securing emphatic stoppages that will elevate their stock within Cage Warriors. Hardwick’s win was the standout moment of the night, reestablishing him as one of the top names to watch. Rising fighters like Figlak, Kelly, and Mackenzie also took big steps forward, positioning themselves for bigger matchups in the near future.

Final Thoughts

Cage Warriors 193 was another reminder of why the promotion is considered Europe’s premier MMA talent pipeline. With highlight-reel knockouts, slick submissions, and dominant displays, the Newcastle crowd was treated to a memorable night. Fans can expect to see several of these winners climbing toward title contention and perhaps eyeing future UFC opportunities.