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Video: Julien Leblanc Doesn’t Know Who He’s Fighting in 4 Days At Samourai MMA 17

Posted on 20 November 202520 November 2025 By mmehandy No Comments on Video: Julien Leblanc Doesn’t Know Who He’s Fighting in 4 Days At Samourai MMA 17

In this exclusive interview, Samourai MMA Middleweight Champion Julien Leblanc drops some shocking news.

Leblanc (9-2 MMA) was set to defend his title against Brazilian Neemias Santana this Friday night in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada.

But Julien tells MM-eh Andy that Santana was removed last week for as-yet unknown reasons, and that Samourai has not one, but two different opponents preparing to replace him. Two fighters, two plane tickets, two sets of medicals.

Who are these fighters and which one will ultimately fight Leblanc. Keep tuned to MM-EH.ca, Canada’s undisputed MMA website. Make sure that you follow us on our socials as well.

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Canadian MMA prospect Scott Heathcote is chasing t Canadian MMA prospect Scott Heathcote is chasing the UFC dream — and he’s doing it all over the world. 🌎🔥

In this interview with Andy Cotterill, Scott talks about:
🥋 His background as a Team Ontario gymnast
🏆 Winning amateur Worlds
✈️ Fighting in Brazil, Serbia, and now Colombia
💥 His chaotic, unorthodox fight style
🎯 His goal of reaching the UFC by age 25

Scott also opens up about training with Thiccboy MMA and why he thrives in the “gray area” between striking and grappling.

He fights Alejo Sabocal at UGP 19 in Medellín, Colombia this weekend — and says fans should “remember the name.” 👀

🎥 Full interview is posted now on Episode 15 of The MM-EH Show, available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts

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🚨 “I never had a fear of losing… I had a fear of being watched.” 🚨

Canadian MMA fighter gets brutally honest about the mental side of fighting, opening up about stage fright, performance anxiety, and the pressure of competing in front of crowds.

He also shares the story behind his devastating knee injury — tearing his ACL, MCL, and both meniscus — and the long road back to competition.

Now, he’s heading to Trinidad & Tobago to take on undefeated Ryan Cadisco at Caribbean Ultimate Fist Fighting 22🔥

We also talk about:
🥊 Fighting internationally for the first time
🧠 Mental health in MMA
💥 Overcoming adversity
👀 Why he believes Manny Magboo could reach the UFC within 5 years

Full interview up now on The MM-EH Show Episode 15, available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts 🎙️

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🚨 EXCLUSIVE NEWS 🚨 The main event is officially s 🚨 EXCLUSIVE NEWS 🚨

The main event is officially set for June 13th, 2026 in Grande Prairie, Alberta, as rising prospect Ian Stoby takes on grizzled veteran Ash Mashreghi in a welterweight showdown at Xtreme Fighting Challenge 12!

Stoby has quickly become one of the names to watch on the Canadian MMA scene, bringing momentum, confidence, and a growing reputation into the biggest fight of his career. Across from him stands Mashreghi — a battle-tested veteran with the experience, toughness, and composure that only years in the game can build.

Youth vs experience. Prospect vs veteran. 🔥

This is shaping up to be one of the biggest fights on the Alberta MMA calendar, and fans will not want to miss it.

Who takes the main event victory on June 13th? 👀

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