Dublin is set to host a thrilling night of MMA as Cage Warriors 188 arrives at the RDS on Saturday, April 26, 2025. This event promises a lineup of intense bouts, featuring both rising stars and seasoned fighters from Ireland and beyond.

Main Event: Welterweight Title Clash

The headline bout sees Ireland’s own James Sheehan defending his Cage Warriors Welterweight Championship against England’s Justin Burlinson. Sheehan, with a record of 8-3, aims to solidify his reign, while Burlinson (9-2) seeks to claim the title in enemy territory.

Co-Main Event: Light Heavyweight Showdown

In the co-main event, James Webb (11-5-1), a former middleweight champion, defends his Light Heavyweight title against Brazilian veteran John Allan (18-9). Webb, training out of Dublin’s Team KF, looks to leverage his home advantage, while Allan brings a wealth of experience from his time in the UFC. ​

Full Fight Card Highlights

Main Card:

• James Sheehan vs. Justin Burlinson – Welterweight Title Bout
• James Webb vs. John Allan – Light Heavyweight Title Bout
• Eimear Darcy vs. Daniela Sanches – Flyweight Bout
• Adam Darby vs. Tomasz Langowski – Welterweight Bout
• Scott Harvey vs. Leon Armes – Featherweight Bout
• Paddy McCorry vs. Ghassan Abdenabi – Middleweight Bout
• Alexander O’Sullivan vs. Daire Toman – Featherweight Bout
• Chasen Blair vs. Diego Visanzay – Lightweight Bout
• Ryan Shelley vs. Alberth Dias – Featherweight Bout
• Solomon Simon vs. Cristian Iorga – Featherweight Bout
• Matthew Elliott vs. Kenny Mokhonoana – Featherweight Bout
• Keith Keogh vs. Joe Doyle – Featherweight Bout
• Conor McCarthy vs. Sulo Hilaj – Lightweight Bout
• Ciaran Brady vs. Giovanni Fernandez – Bantamweight Bout
• Maximus Lally vs. Alexis Tsarmantidis – Featherweight Bout​

Viewing and Tickets

• Date & Time: Saturday, April 26, 2025, with prelims starting at 6:00 PM BST and the main card at 8:00 PM BST.
• Venue: Shelbourne Hall, The RDS, Dublin, Ireland.
• Broadcast: Live on UFC Fight Pass.
• Tickets: Available through the official Cage Warriors website

Irish Talent Spotlight

Cage Warriors 188 showcases a strong contingent of Irish fighters, including:​

• James Sheehan – Defending Welterweight Champion.
• Eimear Darcy – Undefeated flyweight prospect.
• Ryan Shelley – Featherweight contender.
• Matthew Elliott – Featherweight rising star.
• Conor McCarthy – Lightweight up-and-comer.​

This event offers a platform for local fighters to shine on an international stage.​

Final Thoughts

Cage Warriors 188 promises an electrifying night of MMA action in Dublin, featuring title bouts and a host of compelling matchups. Whether you’re attending in person or watching via UFC Fight Pass, this event is a must-see for fight fans.

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