Cage Warriors 161: Hughes vs. Quaeyhaegens (also known as Cage Warriors 161: Dublin) is a mixed martial arts event to take place on October 14, 2023 at the RDS Arena in Dublin, Ireland.
Fight Card
Main Card (UFC Fight Pass)
Paul Hughes vs. Jan Quaeyhaegens 155 lbs
Ryan Shelley vs. Jordy Bakkes 145 lbs
Solomon Simon vs. Marko Sarasjärvi 145 lbs
Paddy McCorry vs. Samir Kadi 185 lbs
Ger Harris vs. Ryan Hewitt 125 lbs
James Sheehan vs. Olli Santalahti 170 lbs
Mason Jones vs. Yann Liasse 155 lbs
Taka Mhandu vs. Alexander Sasha Pirev 135 lbs
Sean Clancy Jr. vs. Milton Cabral 170 lbs
Alexander O'Sullivan vs. Bilal Labid 135 lbs
Background
Cage Warriors 161: Hughes vs. Quaeyhaegens is set to be a night of explosive action, featuring some of the most exciting young fighters in Europe.
In the main event, Paul Hughes (10-1) will face Jan Quaeyhaegens (12-2) for the Cage Warriors lightweight title. Hughes is a rising star in the division, and he is coming off of a five-fight winning streak. Quaeyhaegens is a seasoned veteran, and he is the former Cage Warriors featherweight champion. This is a clash between two of the best lightweights in Europe, and it is sure to be a thrilling fight.
In the co-main event, Mason Jones (12-2) will take on Yann Liasse (10-3). Jones is a former Cage Warriors featherweight champion, and he is making his move up to the lightweight division. Liasse is a dangerous striker, and he is coming off of a three-fight winning streak. This is a fight between two of the most exciting lightweight prospects in Europe, and it is sure to be a fireworks display.
Ryan Shelley (11-3) and Jordy Bakkes (10-4) will square off in a featherweight bout. Shelley is a dynamic striker, and he is coming off of a three-fight winning streak. Bakkes is a well-rounded fighter, and he is always dangerous on the ground. This is a fight between two evenly matched featherweights, and it is sure to be a close and competitive contest.
James Sheehan (9-2) and Olli Santalahti (10-4) will collide in a welterweight bout. Sheehan is a powerful wrestler, and he is coming off of a four-fight winning streak. Santalahti is a skilled striker, and he is always dangerous on his feet. This is a fight between two of the best welterweights in Europe, and it is sure to be a war.
Leon Hill (10-1) and Ieuan Davies (11-3) will face off in a welterweight bout. Hill is a well-rounded fighter, and he is coming off of a two-fight winning streak. Davies is a powerful striker, and he is always dangerous on his feet. This is a fight between two evenly matched welterweights, and it is sure to be a close and competitive contest.
Cage Warriors 161 is a must-watch event for fans of MMA. This is a night of explosive action, featuring some of the most exciting young fighters in Europe. Don't miss it!
