5 Title Fights Set for Montreal Casino Boxing Gala on March 5th

Montréal is poised to host a historic boxing gala on March 5th, featuring an unprecedented five championship fights at the Casino de Montréal. Camille Estephan, president of Eye of the Tiger Management (EOTTM), admitted he doesn’t recall a similar event organised by his organization, emphasizing the high caliber of matchups planned for the evening.

A Night of Championship Bouts

The main event will see Steven Butler (37-5-1, 31 Ok.-O.) face off against Swiss boxer Ramadan Hiseni (22-2-2, 8 Ok.-O.) for the WBA Continental super-middleweight (168 lb) title. Butler, having moved up to the 168 lb weight class, has won all his fights and is considered ready to maintain his power throughout the fight.

A Formidable Opponent

Ramadan Hiseni is not considered an easy opponent. He has fought twice previously in Québec, including a majority draw against Shamil Khataev in June 2024 and a win over Alexandre Gaumont in December 2024. Estephan noted Hiseni “brings a lot of emotion and is ready to adjust,” having demonstrated those qualities in his previous fights.

Did You Know? Steven Butler previously lost to Patrice Volny at 160 lb at the end of 2024.

Additional Championship Matches

The undercard is equally compelling. Lenar Perez (15-0, 14 Ok.-O.), a new EOTTM recruit, will challenge Isaac Chilemba (27-10-3, 11 Ok.-O.) for the WBC Continental Americas light heavyweight (200 lb) title. Estephan described Perez as a “rare pearl” currently ranked 3rd by the WBA.

Montréal’s Christoper Guerrero (16-0, 9 Ok.-O.) will defend his WBC Continental Americas welterweight (147 lb) title for the third time against Samuel Rodriguez (12-0, 11 Ok.-O.). Jhon Orobio (16-0, 14 Ok.-O.) will also defend his WBC Continental Americas super lightweight (140 lb) title for a third time against Puerto Rico’s Yomar Alamo (22-5-1, 13 Ok.-O.). Finally, Moreno Fendero (13-0, 10 Ok.-O.) will compete against Shawn McCalman (17-1, 8 Ok.-O.) at 168 lb.

Expert Insight: The concentration of championship fights on a single card suggests a strategic effort by EOTTM to elevate the profiles of its fighters and generate significant excitement within the Montréal boxing scene.

Frequently Asked Questions

What title is Steven Butler fighting for?

Steven Butler is fighting for the WBA Continental super-middleweight (168 lb) title.

Who is Lenar Perez fighting?

Lenar Perez is fighting Isaac Chilemba for the WBC Continental Americas light heavyweight (200 lb) title.

How many championship fights are scheduled for the gala?

There are five championship fights scheduled for the gala on March 5th.

With a lineup packed with championship contenders and promising up-and-comers, will this gala mark a turning point for boxing in Montréal?