Following the news of Jai Herbert’s graduation from Cage Warriors lightweight champion to UFC newcomer , the race is on to capture the newly-vacated Cage Warriors 155-pound title. The U.K. promotion’s lightweight division has proved to be something of a finishing school for Europe’s best 155-pounders, with former lightweight champions Herbert, Chris Fishgold, Stevie Ray and, of course, Conor McGregor all stepping up to the UFC after capturing Cage Warriors gold. Now the coveted strap is up for grabs once again, and a host of talented 155-pounders are set to jockey for position in a bid to earn themselves a spot in the battle for the vacant title later this year. Related Cage Warriors champ Jai Herbert replaces Stevie Ray, takes on Marc Diakiese at UFC London Cage Warriors 109 results: Jai Herbert defends title with one-shot KO of Cain Carrizosa Liverpool fan-favorite Paddy Pimblett will lead the charge when he returns to action against Belgian contender Donovan Desmae on March 20 at Cage Warriors 113 in London, but he faces competition from a clutch of fellow lightweights who all have their sights set on the title
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Contenders assemble as the battle for Cage Warriors’ lightweight title heats up – MMA Junkie