Cage Warriors 196: London primetime, a title on the line, and a powerful human story
Fight week in the capital belongs to Cage Warriors 196, a deep London card from Cage Warriors that blends elite stakes with grassroots energy. The bill centers on a bantamweight title clash in Qadrian vs. Armindo, while the return of deaf contender Thomas Paull adds a storyline that reaches far beyond the cage in Paull vs. Vetrila.
Main event alert — Qadrian vs. Armindo for the bantamweight belt
Expect tempo and technique. Shirzad Qadrian’s layered pressure meets Elton Armindo’s sharp counters, a champion-crowning fight that should move quickly from range reads to scramble-heavy exchanges.
Our Main Event is Serving HEAT 🔥🍿
— Cage Warriors (@CageWarriors) November 10, 2025
Shirzad Qadrian takes on Elton Armindo for the BANTAMWEIGHT BELT this Saturday night!
You don’t want to miss this one 👊#CW196 pic.twitter.com/4VEd3VsT9w
Representation matters — Thomas Paull’s platform
Thomas Paull’s presence spotlights accessibility and grit. Inside the cage, his style is built on forward steps and fight-ending power. Outside it, he’s a touchstone for deaf athletes—an advocate who communicates in sign while chasing finishes in Paull vs. Vetrila. Cold choice as a deaf fighter 🥶: Paull famously walks out to his opponent’s “heartbeat” for Cage Warriors walkouts—a chilling cue that turns their nerves into his soundtrack.
MMA Sign Language with Our DEAF Fighter 🧏♂️
— Cage Warriors (@CageWarriors) November 9, 2025
Thomas Paull fights at #CW196 London, this Saturday! pic.twitter.com/lgnvF04sKV
Key matchups to circle
Featherweight fireworks loom in the contender bout Simon vs. Bagley, while London faithful will track the former champ-in-waiting in Vucenic vs. Merjoev. Elsewhere, expect movement and finishing chances across Scott vs. Lupoli, McManus vs. Wheeler, Perkins vs. Brady, and a pivotal women’s bout in Rhi Hudson vs. Olivares. Don’t overlook the savvy grappling on tap for Grönvall vs. Sarwa.
Fight Card — Cage Warriors 196 (results update live)
Title Fight
Qadrian vs. Armindo — Bantamweight Championship
Featured Bouts
Simon vs. Bagley — Featherweight
Vucenic vs. Merjoev — Lightweight
Paull vs. Vetrila — Lightweight
Scott vs. Lupoli — Flyweight
McManus vs. Wheeler — Lightweight
Perkins vs. Brady — Bantamweight
Rhi Hudson vs. Olivares — Women’s Strawweight
Grönvall vs. Sarwa — Bantamweight
FAQ
What is Cage Warriors 196 in London?
Cage Warriors 196 is a London fight night promoted by Cage Warriors, headlined by the bantamweight title clash Qadrian vs. Armindo.
When and where is Cage Warriors 196?
Cage Warriors 196 takes place on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at the indigo at The O2 in London.
Who is fighting for the bantamweight title at Cage Warriors 196?
The championship bout is Shirzad Qadrian vs. Elton Armindo for the bantamweight belt.
What is unique about Thomas Paull’s walkout at Cage Warriors 196?
Deaf contender Thomas Paull walks out to his opponent’s “heartbeat” — a chilling signature before Paull vs. Vetrila.
Is Jordan Vucenic competing at Cage Warriors 196?
Yes. Former champion Jordan Vucenic returns in Vucenic vs. Merjoev.
Which other matchups should fans watch at Cage Warriors 196?
Standouts include Simon vs. Bagley, Scott vs. Lupoli, McManus vs. Wheeler, and the women’s bout Rhi Hudson vs. Olivares. Grappling fans should also track Grönvall vs. Sarwa.
