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The upcoming season of Dana White's Contender Series is set to ignite with a highly anticipated clash between two lightweight champions. George Hardwick, the reigning Cage Warriors champion, will go head-to-head with Abdul-Kareem Al-Selwady, the current Fury FC champion, in a battle that promises fireworks inside the octagon.
Scheduled for August 15th, Dana White's Contender Series 58 will showcase the meeting of these two formidable champions. The matchup was confirmed by a reliable source, following an initial report by MMA Mania.
George Hardwick has been on an impressive tear, winning his last eight fights. The 26-year-old British fighter successfully defended his Cage Warriors lightweight title on two occasions, including a dominant first-round TKO victory over Yann Liasse at Cage Warriors 152 in April. Hardwick's relentless pursuit of victory has seen him finish his last six opponents, establishing himself as a force to be reckoned with in the division.
Meanwhile, Abdul-Kareem Al-Selwady, hailing from Fortis MMA, has been on a winning streak of his own. A former BRAVE FC lightweight champion, Al-Selwady claimed the Fury FC 155-pound title in his most recent outing, earning a unanimous decision victory over Michael Murphy in February. With four consecutive wins under his belt, Al-Selwady's momentum is at an all-time high as he sets his sights on the Contender Series.
This clash of champions brings together two fighters who have consistently showcased their skills and determination in the cage. Both Hardwick and Al-Selwady have proven their ability to rise to the occasion, and their meeting on the Contender Series is expected to deliver an electrifying contest that will captivate fight fans.
As the DWCS 58 lineup takes shape, the stage is set for an action-packed event. Alongside the highly anticipated clash between Hardwick and Al-Selwady, other intriguing matchups are in store, including Charalampos Grigoriou vs. Cameron Smotherman, Paulo Renato Jr. vs. to be announced, Hyder Amil vs. Emrah Sonmez, and Eduarda Moura vs. Janaina Silva.
Fans eagerly anticipate this extraordinary collision of talent and the potential for one of these champions to earn a coveted UFC contract. The stakes are high, and the excitement surrounding Dana White's Contender Series 58 continues to build, as fight enthusiasts brace themselves for a night of thrilling fights and the opportunity for rising stars to make their mark on the sport's biggest stage.