"BTC 29: Prometheus" event info
DATE: Saturday, June 7, 2025
VENUE: Central Arena
ADDRESS: 517 Drury Lane, Burlington, ON
DOORS OPEN at 5PM
SHOW STARTS at 6PM
why you need to watch btc 29…
In ancient myth, Prometheus stole fire from the gods and gave humanity the power to forge its own destiny - a single spark that changed the world forever…
On Friday, June 7th, that same unrelenting fire returns - this is the night where ambition meets opportunity, and every fighter burns with the will to win - join us for BTC 29: Prometheus
BTC 29 brings together the country’s top professionals and rising amateurs for an unforgettable night of high-stakes Pro-Am MMA. With talent from across Canada stepping into the cage, this card promises explosive matchups, breakout performances, and the kind of moments that define careers.
For the 6th time, BTC Fight Promotions takes over Central Arena, delivering a stacked lineup that showcases the very best of Canadian MMA.
With top-tier talent from many of Canada’s best gyms ready to showcase their skills, the stage is set for a night that could shape the future of the sport in this country.
Don’t miss your chance to witness the action live in one of Ontario’s most iconic fight venues. Be part of history at BTC 29: Prometheus!
For over eight years, BTC Fight Promotions has travelled across Ontario, delivering world-class events that spotlight elite talent from Canada and beyond. Our platform has helped launch the careers of top fighters, with 11 BTC Fight alumni making it to organizations like the UFC and PFL. Many of their journeys have crossed through Central Arena, including BTC Bantamweight Champion Serhiy Sidey, BTC Middleweight Champion Aaron Jeffery, and The Ultimate Fighter Season 32 winner Ryan Loder.
The next great Canadian MMA star might be stepping into the cage at our next event. Come see the rising talent before the rest of the world knows their name.
(1) Serhiy Sidey before his pro debut at BTC 3: Prophecy in June 2018, (2) Aaron Jeffery landing a punch on Alex Beaulé leading to a KO victory at BTC 3: Prophecy in June 2018, (3) Ryan Loder team picture (with Alex Munoz and Mike Malott) after his victory at BTC 15: Homecoming in June 2022
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BTC 29 FAQ
Visit TICKETSCENE to purchase tickets. A confirmation e-mail will be sent to the supplied email address that has to be brought to the show to obtain entry. The recipient of the e-tickets is required to show matching photo identification to the door staff.
Door opens at 5PM
Show starts at 6PM
All ages event; anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a guardian
Licensed for +19
Each section of seating, will be “first come, first serve”
Security will check all bags on entry to the venue
Fight card is subject to change at any time
No refund or exchange policy is in effect
Sanctioned by the Ontario Athletic Commission
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PROFESSIONAL MMA BOUTS
BTC XXVII: Bellevegas continues our tradition of showcasing the highest level of MMA talent in Canada. As always, we’re bringing together elite athletes with the skill, experience, and ambition to compete on the international stage. Many of today’s Canadian UFC standouts jump-started their careers inside the BTC Fight cage, and this event will be no different. With top prospects and battle-tested veterans all looking to make their mark, fans can expect a night of high-level action featuring the best fighters in the country.
ADAM “MAVERICK” ASSENZA (18-8-1) vs. AARON McKENZIE (11-2-1)
It’s a main event-worthy showdown as two seasoned finishers go head-to-head at BTC 29!
Adam Assenza—BTC’s undisputed knockout king—is back in the cage, looking to extend his record as the promotion’s most prolific finisher. With explosive striking and 18 pro wins to his name, including 10 knockouts, the Burlington hometown hero is always one punch away from another highlight.
Aaron McKenzie brings serious pedigree into this matchup, with experience under the bright lights of Bellator and The Ultimate Fighter. A true all-around threat, McKenzie boasts 8 finishes, split evenly between knockouts and submissions, and has the tools to push Assenza to the limit.
Two veterans. Two proven finishers. One collision course in Burlington.
CLAY “THE BEAR” PYE (4-0) vs. GREG SIZEMORE (9-8-1)
Clay Pye and Greg Sizemore are set for a thrilling catchweight showdown on June 7th at BTC 29: Prometheus in Burlington. With Pye’s undefeated record on the line and Sizemore’s experience in his corner, this matchup promises an intense battle between rising talent and a seasoned veteran.
Clay Pye (4-0) has been on a tear, closing out 2024 with two highlight-reel knockouts over Cesar Bonilla and Ljae Simminz. Known for his aggressive style, elite wrestling and finishing ability, "The Bear" has quickly climbed the Canadian rankings and now faces his toughest test yet.
Greg Sizemore (9-8-1) brings a decade of experience into the cage, with victories by both knockout and submission. The battle-tested veteran is heading into enemy territory with one goal—to hand Pye his first career loss.
With Pye’s power and Sizemore’s grit, this fight is unlikely to go the distance. Can Pye continue his rise, or will Sizemore’s experience prove too much? Find out live at BTC 29: Prometheus!
TESHAY GOUTHRO (7-2) vs. NATE SMALL (4-5)
Niagara Top Team’s Teshay Gouthro returns to the BTC Fight Promotions cage where his pro journey began, and he’s aiming to add another highlight to his undefeated BTC record. With dominant TKO wins at BTC 6 and BTC 13, Gouthro has proven he’s not just a technician - he’s a finisher with flair, and he’s looking to set off the crowd in Central Arena again on June 7th.
Standing in his way is Nate Small, a relentless force with a 100% finishing rate under the BTC banner. Representing Thicc Boy Fight Club, Small enters BTC 29 riding the wave of a submission win less than a month ago, adding to his reputation as a well-rounded threat who can end the fight anywhere… at any time.
Both men have three victories inside the BTC Fight cage and are looking for their fourth on at BTC 29: Prometheus. Don’t miss this elite featherweight showdown!
DAVIS RAPAGNA (2-4) vs. CÉDRIC LOCHARD (3-3)
Toronto’s Davis Rapagna is back and he’s bringing fight-ending power with him. Training out of Evolução Thai, Rapagna has finished all of his pro wins by TKO and is hunting a third knockout victory when he steps into the cage on June 7th.
Standing across from him is Montreal’s Cédric Lochard, representing TrackFit Boxing and Tristar Gym. With three pro wins, including two slick submissions, Lochard is a calm, calculated presence in the cage who’s dangerous in every position.
It’s striker versus tactician - power versus poise - don’t miss this exciting lightweight battle at BTC 29: Prometheus.
JARRED DUMOND (2-3) vs. RAMSTON RODRIGUES (1-1)
Niagara Top Team’s Jarred “The Sheriff” Dumond returns to familiar territory, and he’s coming to lay down the law. With two electrifying finishes already inside the BTC cage, including a blistering 28-second KO at BTC 20 (the 5th fastest in BTC history), Dumond is out to make another statement at Central Arena.
Standing across from him is Ramston Rodrigues of Tristar Montreal, a dynamic threat with high-level training and a slick one-minute submission win on his resume. With dangerous instincts and sharp technique, Rodrigues is poised to steal the spotlight.
Don’t blink when these two lightweights are ready to throw down on June 7th!!
NATE MASON (0-0) vs. NICKY HEINRICHS (0-2)
The pro debut of Burlington’s own Nate Mason is set, and it’s coming with serious heat as he takes on a dangerous foe.
Known for his aggressive style and knockout power on the amateur scene, Nate Mason is ready to put on a show in front of a hometown crowd as he makes his pro debut and starts his climb up the professional ranks.
Standing across from him is Barrie’s Nicky Heinrichs, an explosive striker in his own right, who’s coming to play spoiler.
Expect fireworks when these two heavy hitters collide on June 7th at Central Arena!
ANDREA “THE AMAZON” WATSON (0-2) vs. NIKOLA KACPERSKA (1-1)
Kitchener’s Andrea “The Amazon” Watson is back, and she’s ready to prove a point. Despite a tough start to her MMA career, Watson is no stranger to combat. With a decorated background in kickboxing, jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, and boxing, the multi-sport standout has faced nothing but killers in the cage. Now, she’s looking to turn the tide in front of a local crowd as she takes on a tough Polish-American foe.
Across from her stands Chicago’s Nikola Kacperska, a former collegiate basketball star turned rising MMA talent, making her second appearance inside the BTC Fight cage. With one pro win already under her belt, Kacperska combines athleticism and grit, and she’s coming to Burlington hunting for another statement victory.
Expect a fast-paced showdown between two fierce competitors hungry for redemption - it all goes down June 7th at Central Arena!
BHUMI LOGANATHAN (0-0) vs. JOHNSON PANG (0-0)
The pro ranks just got deeper as two top-tier prospects make their professional debuts at BTC 29 in Burlington!
Ottawa’s Bhumi Loganathan, representing Fight Factory, has already turned heads on the amateur scene—and now he’s ready to go all-in on the pro side. Focused, dangerous, and technically sharp, Loganathan enters the cage looking to make an immediate statement and prove he belongs with Canada’s best.
But across from him stands a major threat. Malaysia’s Johnson Pang is taking his talents to the pros after an impressive amateur run of his own taking out 5 opponents fighting his way through Malaysia. Now training out of Toronto’s Evolução Thai, Pang brings speed, power, and a serious chip on his shoulder. Pang wants to leave Central Arena with a flawless record.
Two elite debuts. One cage. This one’s got fireworks written all over it.
AMATEUR MMA BOUTS:
BTC 29: Prometheus will continue to shape the future of Ontario MMA, further solidifying the rise of sanctioned amateur competition in the province. With BTC leading the charge, young athletes no longer need to travel out of province to gain valuable cage experience—they can now develop their skills at home.
By providing a clear pathway from amateur to professional MMA, BTC 29 plays a crucial role in cultivating the next generation of Canadian talent. This evolution is strengthening the regional fight scene, creating more opportunities for rising athletes, and raising the overall level of competition in Ontario. June 7th isn’t just another fight night—it’s a stepping stone for the future stars of Canadian MMA.
SHANE MELO (1-1) vs. COLE KING (4-1)
MAS Martial Arts Academy — Cambridge, ON
vs.
Troop MMA — Sudbury, ON
CHRIS BROCHU (1-0) vs. SCOUT MEYER (1-1)
Path of the Warrior Martial Arts Inc — Cambridge, ON
vs.
Rise Combat and Fitness — Mount Forrest, ON
HLIB HONCHAROV (1-0) vs. RYAN McNALLY (0-0)
Niagara Top Team — St. Catharines, ON
vs.
Barton’s Martial Arts — Collingwood, ON
DIEGO MENDEZ (0-1) vs. MOHAMMAD MAHDI (1-1)
Infinum BJJ — Brantford, ON
vs.
Trillium MMA — Scarborough, ON
SCOTT HEATHCOTE (3-1) vs. TISEAN CAESAR-GABRIEL (5-15)
Legends MMA + ThiccBoy MMA — Woodbridge, ON
vs.
Savage Fight Team — Oshawa, ON
FATEEN ANJUM (0-0) vs. MEHDI LAHSINIA (0-0)
Wolf’s Den — Oshawa, ON
vs.
Tristar Gym Repentigny — Repentigny, ON
ALEX PETTY (1-1) vs. ADAM SHHADEH (0-1)
Infinum BJJ — Brantford, ON
vs.
Kamesenryu — London, ON
NATE SENTER (0-0) vs. ASHTIN DUTRISAC (0-0)
Burlington Training Centre — Burlington, ON
vs.
Troop MMA — Sudbury, ON
the countdown is on…
***FIGHT CARD SUBJECT TO CHANGE at ANY TIME · NO REFUND POLICY in EFFECT***