Quick Read
- Osleys Iglesias will defend his IBO super middleweight title and fight for the vacant IBF title against Viktor Silyagin on April 9 in Montreal.
- The stacked undercard includes Arthur Biyarslanov in a super lightweight championship bout and a local lightweight title fight.
- Media credential requests for the event must be submitted by Friday, April 3, at 5:00 PM.
MONTREAL (Azat TV) – The “Boogeyman” is back. Undefeated IBO super middleweight world champion Osleys Iglesias (14-0) is set to unify his title with the vacant IBF super middleweight world championship this Thursday, April 9, at the Casino de Montréal. Iglesias will face undefeated contender Viktor “The Viper” Silyagin in a highly anticipated bout that headlines a major boxing event in Montreal.
Iglesias vs. Silyagin Headline Championship Bout
Osleys Iglesias, known as the “Boogeyman,” brings his perfect record of 14 wins to the ring as he aims to add the IBF super middleweight world championship to his collection. His opponent, Viktor Silyagin, also boasts an undefeated record, promising a clash of titans in the 168 lb division. The event marks a significant opportunity for Iglesias to solidify his status as a dominant force in the super middleweight division.
Stacked Undercard Features Top Contenders
The fight card is further bolstered by several other compelling matchups. In the co-main event, Canadian Olympian and top-5 world contender Arthur Biyarslanov (20-0) will engage in a fierce battle against the powerful Mexican puncher, who will be vying for a super lightweight (140 lb) championship. Adding to the local excitement, a strong Montreal matchup will see local favorite and former top-3 world contender facing Brossard native and former top-3 world contender, with a lightweight (135 lb) title and world ranking spot on the line.
Additional Bouts and Broadcast Details
The evening’s action will also feature other notable fighters. Three-time world champion will be in action against, aiming to return to winning ways. Additionally, EOTTM prospect will participate in his first scheduled six-round bout. The event, expected to be a sell-out, commences at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time. It will be broadcast exclusively on Punching Power within Quebec, while the undercard will also air on the platform. Internationally, the event will be streamed worldwide on the Fights Live platform.
Media Credential Deadline Approaching
Media members wishing to cover the fight night and related activities are reminded by Eye of the Tiger that their credential requests must be submitted by Friday, April 3, at 5:00 PM. Information and photos from recent fights featuring Iglesias and other EOTTM fighters are available upon request. The event’s pre-fight press conference and weigh-in will be held at Bar Le Valet at the Casino de Montréal, located at 1 Ave du Casino, Montréal, H3C 4W7.
The scheduling of this unification bout, featuring two undefeated champions, underscores Montreal’s continued prominence as a host city for major international boxing events, drawing significant attention from both domestic and global fight enthusiasts.