Cage Warriors 186 Recap: Hardwick Retains, Bahati’s Record KO, and Silva Claims Gold

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 Cage Warriors 186, held on March 21, 2025, at the Indigo at The O2 in London, delivered a night of intense mixed martial arts action, featuring title bouts, record-setting knockouts, and emerging talents.

Main Event: Featherweight Championship

In the headliner, reigning featherweight champion Harry Hardwick faced challenger Javier Garcia. The bout was abruptly halted in the fourth round due to an accidental clash of heads, leading to a technical decision. The judges unanimously scored the contest 40-37 in favor of Hardwick, allowing him to retain his title. 

Co-Main Event: Featherweight Bout

The co-main event saw Nik Bagley take on Keweny Lopes. Bagley secured a unanimous decision victory, showcasing his grappling prowess and solidifying his status as a potential title contender in the featherweight division. 

Record-Breaking Knockout

A standout moment of the evening was Yannick Bahati's lightning-fast knockout of Charles Joyner. Just four seconds into the light heavyweight bout, Bahati landed a decisive right hand, marking the fastest knockout in Cage Warriors history. The tactic sparked controversy, with some labeling it unsportsmanlike, while others defended its legitimacy. 

Lightweight Championship

On the preliminary card, Samuel Silva challenged George Hardwick for the lightweight title. In a closely contested match, Silva emerged victorious via unanimous decision, with all three judges scoring the bout 48-47 in his favor, thereby claiming the championship. 

Additional Main Card Results

  • Flyweight Bout: Jawany Scott defeated Jonny Touma by TKO in the second round at 1:56. 

  • Middleweight Bout: Will Currie secured a unanimous decision win over Eli Aronov, with judges scoring the bout 29-28, 29-28, and 29-27. 

Preliminary Card Highlights

  • Strawweight Bout: Mim Grubb submitted Rhi-Rhi Hudson via rear-naked choke in the first round at 4:13. 

  • Welterweight Bout: Rafael Aronov defeated Danny Blundell by TKO in the first round at 4:02. 

  • Lightweight Bout: Daniel Crooks-May earned a unanimous decision over Cameron Stewart. 

Cage Warriors 186 showcased the depth of talent within the organization, delivering memorable moments and setting the stage for future matchups.


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