Samourai MMA 12: Battle of the North (also known as Samourai vs. BFL 1) is a mixed martial arts event held by Samourai MMA and BFL to take place on November 15, 2024 at Casino Montreal in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Fight Card
Main Card (UFC Fight Pass)
Rodrigo Sezinando vs. Jonathan Ramsay 175 lbs Welterweight Championship
Max Quinones vs. Tommy Morrisson 128 lbs
Mac Laursen vs. Yohan Lainesse 185 lbs
Jordan Beltrán vs. Alex Morgan 153 lbs
Adam Posener vs. Trukon Carson 170 lbs
Nic Ouellet vs. Mehdi Zeidvand 145 lbs
Karim Henniene vs. Mitch Strazzella 135 lbs
Diego Santos vs. Raphael Ouellet 145 lbs
Amin Almelik vs. Charles Azoulay 145 lbs
Olivier Poisson vs. Sina Maani 135 lbs
Background
Samourai MMA 12: Battle of the North – Championship Showdown and Canadian Rivalry Clash in Montreal!
The Canadian MMA scene is about to heat up as Samourai MMA joins forces with BFL to present Samourai MMA 12: Battle of the North, also known as Samourai vs. BFL 1. This unique event takes place on November 15, 2024, at the historic Casino Montreal in Montreal, Quebec, bringing together top-tier talent from both promotions for a thrilling night of high-stakes matchups and championship drama.
Headlining the card is a 175-pound Welterweight Championship bout featuring defending champion Rodrigo Sezinando facing Jonathan Ramsay. Sezinando’s explosive power and aggressive style have made him a dominant force, but Ramsay’s resilience and grappling prowess make him a formidable challenger in this title clash that has both Canadian and international fans buzzing.
In the co-main event, Max Quinones takes on Tommy Morrisson at 128 pounds in a fast-paced showdown between two dynamic fighters, each known for their speed and relentless pressure. This matchup is poised to deliver non-stop action as both Quinones and Morrisson look to prove themselves as standout fighters in the lighter divisions.
The main card also features Mac Laursen taking on Yohan Lainesse at 185 pounds. Laursen’s technical striking will be tested by Lainesse’s gritty and aggressive style, making this an intriguing middleweight battle. Jordan Beltrán and Alex Morgan go head-to-head at 153 pounds, where Beltrán’s versatility and Morgan’s slick boxing should make for an exciting contrast in styles.
Further down the card, Adam Posener faces Trukon Carson at 170 pounds, and Nic Ouellet squares off against Mehdi Zeidvand in a compelling featherweight matchup. Other highlights include bantamweight Karim Henniene meeting Mitch Strazzella and featherweights Diego Santos and Raphael Ouellet clashing at 145 pounds. Rounding out the main attractions, Amin Almelik faces Charles Azoulay, while Olivier Poisson takes on Sina Maani in a 135-pound showdown.
With a card loaded with Canadian talent, title fights, and the energy of a cross-promotional rivalry, Samourai MMA 12: Battle of the North promises a night of unforgettable action for MMA fans. The Casino Montreal provides the perfect backdrop as fighters from Samourai MMA and BFL leave it all in the cage to prove their dominance in Canadian MMA.
