Samourai MMA 17: Leblanc vs. Santana is a mixed martial arts event held by Samourai MMA to take place on November 21, 2025 at the Casino Du Lac-Leamy in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada.
Fight Card
Main Card (UFC Fight Pass)
Middleweight Julien Leblanc vs. Neemias Santana 185 lbs Middleweight Championship
Lightweight Michael Dufort vs. Alexandre Ribeiro 155 lbs Lightweight Championship
Welterweight Jonathan Ramsay vs. Ash Mashreghi 170 lbs Welterweight Championship
Flyweight Tommy Morrisson vs. Alfredo Muaiad 130 lbs
Featherweight Nathan Pouliot vs. Raúl Flores 145 lbs
Lightweight Antoine Chaput vs. Theoren Thorn 155 lbs
Bantamweight Olivier Poisson vs. Mario Tena 135 lbs
Middleweight Maxim Cote vs. Zeb Vincent 170 lbs
Featherweight Diego Santos vs. Nathan Small 145 lbs
Bantamweight Isaac Herbert vs. Khamall Dunkley 135 lbs
Bantamweight Louie Sanoudakis vs. Diego Paiva 135 lbs
Background
Triple Crown: Samourai MMA 17 Features Three Championship Showdowns in Gatineau!
Samourai MMA is set to deliver an unprecedented night of Canadian mixed martial arts, hosting Samourai MMA 17: Leblanc vs. Santana on November 21, 2025, at the Casino Du Lac-Leamy in Gatineau, Quebec. The event features a spectacular lineup topped by an astounding three championship bouts, guaranteeing titles will change hands or be fiercely defended.
Main Event: Middleweight Title War
The headliner pits champion Julien "Le Boucher" Leblanc against the dangerous challenger Neemias Santana for the Samourai MMA Middleweight Championship at 185 lbs. Leblanc (9-2-0), a powerful finisher, has established himself as the king of the division with a high rate of knockouts and TKO victories, demonstrating his ability to close the show early. The champion's aggressive, forward-moving style has made him a fan favorite in Quebec.
He faces Neemias Santana (9-3-0), a formidable Brazilian fighter known for his well-rounded approach and durability. Santana has consistently fought tough competition and will look to dethrone the champion and establish his own reign. This clash of established power will test both men's resolve over five potential rounds in a truly high-stakes main event.
Two More Titles Up for Grabs
The action does not stop there, as two more belts will be contested in co-main event slots.
In the Lightweight division at 155 lbs, local favorite Michael Dufort (13-4-0) meets the seasoned veteran Alexandre Ribeiro for the Lightweight Championship. Dufort, a devastating striker with knockout power in both hands, has been on an incredible tear in the division, quickly rising to the top. Ribeiro (22-11-1), the challenger, brings a substantial edge in cage experience, having fought across the globe against high-level opposition. This is a classic test of youth and firepower against veteran savvy for the 155 lbs crown.
The third championship features a high-octane battle for the Welterweight Title at 170 lbs between the highly-touted Jonathan Ramsay (10-3-0) and Ash Mashreghi. Ramsay is one of Canada's most decorated prospects, known for his relentless pace and ability to finish fights on the ground or the feet. He takes on the gritty Mashreghi, ensuring a fast-paced, competitive title fight that could launch the winner onto the global stage.
International Talent and Exciting Prospects
The remainder of the main card is stacked with Quebec's top rising talent and intriguing international matchups. Look out for the Flyweight bout at 130 lbs between the dynamic Tommy Morrisson (3-2-0) and Alfredo Muaiad, a matchup that guarantees non-stop action at a blistering pace. Furthermore, the Bantamweight division is well represented as fan-favorite Louie Sanoudakis (10-3-0) faces off against Brazil’s Diego Paiva in a 135 lbs contest, a true test of the Canadian's elite grappling against a tough South American finisher.
