Rafael “The Cop” Aronov Brings the Fight to London at CW 186
On March 21, Cage Warriors 186 is bringing the heat to London, and Rafael “The Cop” Aronov is coming to make a statement. A warrior inside and outside the cage, Aronov will take on England’s own Danny Blundell in a high-stakes welterweight showdown at Indigo at The O2.
For Aronov, this fight is more than just another bout—it’s another battle in a life defined by discipline, resilience, and the warrior spirit.
Aronov: A Fighter and a Protector
Hailing from Arad, Israel, Rafael Aronov (6-6) isn’t just a mixed martial artist—he’s a police officer and a real-life warrior. During the October 7 attacks, Aronov was on the front lines, engaging Hamas terrorists in Ofakim. He doesn’t just fight in the cage; he fights for his country and his people.
But when the gloves are on, Aronov brings the same intensity that he carries in life-or-death situations. Standing 6’1″, the Israeli enforcer fights out of Spirit / UFC Gym Beer Sheva under head coach Moshe Ben Shimol, a mastermind in shaping elite MMA fighters. His style? Unrelenting pressure, dangerous submissions, and knockout power.
Aronov made a statement at Cage Warriors 174, submitting Jamie Richardson with a brutal arm-triangle choke in Round 2. Now, he’s coming to London looking for another finish.
Blundell: Home Turf, Home Crowd, High Stakes
Danny Blundell won’t go down without a fight. The UK-based welterweight is stepping into this fight with the support of a hometown crowd, and nothing motivates a fighter more than defending their own territory.
Blundell is a gritty, well-rounded fighter with a strong gas tank and a durable chin—two things he’ll need when facing Aronov’s relentless pressure. The question is, can he withstand the Israeli’s storm?
Why This Fight Matters
Cage Warriors has built a reputation as the biggest launching pad for future UFC stars. This fight is a pivotal moment for both men:
🔥 For Aronov, a dominant performance could put him on the radar for even bigger fights.
🔥 For Blundell, this is a chance to prove he can hold his own against a battle-tested warrior.
This isn’t just a fight—it’s a war between two fighters who refuse to back down.
March 21: Do Not Blink
📍 Indigo at The O2, London
📅 March 21
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Rafael “The Cop” Aronov isn’t just here to fight—he’s here to take over. Will Danny Blundell survive the Israeli storm, or will Aronov silence the London crowd?
Don’t blink, because this one is going to be fireworks!
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