[Event] Cage FS 18 - Sonmez vs. Oliveira - Nov 15

Dent · **Posted:** Tue Nov 11, 2025 2:53 pm

Cage FS 18: Sonmez vs. Oliveira is a mixed martial arts event by Cage Fight Series to take place on November 15, 2025 at the Schwarzlsee in Graz, Austria.

Fight Card

Main Card (UFC Fight Pass)

Lightweight Felipe Oliveira vs. Emrah Sonmez 155 lbs Lightweight Championship
Featherweight Andrei Carauș vs. Douglas Silva 145 lbs
Bantamweight Bislan Khekhoev vs. Elias Erber 145 lbs
Featherweight Daniel Schordje vs. Geovane Vargas 145 lbs
Welterweight Botond Petrényi vs. Laurin Pöschl 170 lbs
Lightweight David Travnicek vs. Eduardo Francisco 155 lbs

Preliminary Card

Lightweight Marcel Stoff vs. Rahim Ismailov 155 lbs
Lightweight Hannes Auderer vs. Anas Hamdaoui 155 lbs
Featherweight Elisey Parvanov vs. Aleks Kuzmitskyi 145 lbs
Middleweight Sebastian Tomaschitz vs. Cameron Brown 185 lbs Amateur Middleweight Championship

Background

Lightweight Supremacy: Sonmez vs. Oliveira for the Title at Cage FS 18!

Cage Fight Series returns to the Schwarzlsee in Graz, Austria, on November 15, 2025, for Cage FS 18: Sonmez vs. Oliveira, headlined by a gripping clash for the Lightweight Championship at 155 lbs.

The main event sees the decorated champion Emrah "The Anatolian Wolf" Sonmez defend his Lightweight title against the Brazilian challenger Felipe Oliveira. Sonmez, fighting out of Germany, enters the cage with a formidable professional record of 15 wins and 5 losses, with a 60% finishing rate highlighting his ability to close out fights. Known for his aggressive striking and well-rounded game, "The Anatolian Wolf" has established himself as one of the top lightweights on the European circuit.

He is challenged by Felipe Oliveira (11-5-0), a seasoned competitor from Brazil who brings his own array of skills and experience to the title picture. Oliveira has faced tough competition throughout his career and will be aiming to upset the champion and take the belt back to South America. This champion versus challenger matchup is a high-stakes, international battle promising an intense five-round war for Lightweight dominance.

Future Stars and International Showdowns

The supporting card features an exciting mix of experienced international talent and highly regarded local prospects.

One of the most anticipated bouts of the night is a Featherweight contest at 145 lbs featuring the Austrian star Elias Erber against Bislan Khekhoev. Erber, who will be competing at 145 lbs for this bout, is one of Austria's most decorated amateur mixed martial artists, having dominated the IMMAF circuit and secured both World and European Featherweight gold in recent years. Known for his non-stop pressure, crushing ground game, and relentless cardio, Erber will be making a statement in his professional run against Khekhoev, a fighter known for his aggressive style. This Bantamweight clash is a true testament to the level of talent transitioning into the professional ranks.

In another key Featherweight matchup, Andrei Carauș is set to face Douglas Silva at 145 lbs. Both fighters bring technical skills and a desire for a decisive victory, setting up a competitive contest that could easily steal the show. Furthermore, the Welterweight division will see Austria’s Laurin Pöschl clash with Botond Petrényi at 170 lbs. Pöschl, a prominent figure in the regional scene, will aim to defend home turf against the Hungarian Petrényi in what promises to be a powerful slugfest.

[Event] Cage FS 18 - Sonmez vs. Oliveira - Nov 15

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