why you need to watch btc 36…

BTC Fight Promotions returns to Mississauga on Saturday, April 4th, 2026, with BTC 36: Challenger Series II, bringing high-level amateur mixed martial arts back to the Don Kolov Arena inside Battle Arts Academy.

Designed to spotlight the next wave of Canadian MMA talent, Challenger Series II is all about development, opportunity, and progression. This event features dedicated amateur athletes from across Ontario; fighters early in their journeys, gaining experience, testing their skills, and taking meaningful steps towards starting a pro career.

Expected to be the highlight of the night, BTC 36 will feature multiple four-person amateur tournaments, producing six semifinal bouts across three different weight classes. Fighters who advance will move on to the tournament finals at BTC 37 in June, where the semifinal winners will vie for amateur titles.

Widely regarded as one of the most intimate and electric venues in Ontario fight sports, the Don Kolov Arena puts fans right on top of the action. With no bad sightlines and nonstop energy, it’s the perfect setting to experience MMA up close, whether you’re a longtime supporter of the sport or attending your first live event.

For over nine years, BTC Fight Promotions has travelled across Ontario delivering world-class MMA events and building a proven pathway from amateur competition to the professional ranks. Many athletes who first competed under the BTC banner have gone on to fight at the highest levels of the sport, including the UFC and PFL—making BTC a true launching ground for Canadian MMA talent.

The next breakout star could be stepping into the cage on April 4th. BTC 36: Challenger Series II is your chance to see tomorrow’s fighters today… right at the beginning of their climb.

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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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BTC 36: Challenger Series II marks BTC Fight Promotions’ return to Mississauga on Saturday, April 4th, 2026, with a live night of amateur mixed martial arts at Battle Arts Academy. The event features athletes from across Ontario and beyond, competing in a structured amateur setting designed to build experience, confidence, and progression within the sport.

The card includes three four-person amateur tournaments, producing six semifinal bouts on April 4th. Alongside the tournament bouts, the night showcases amateur matchups built to test skill, preparation, and composure at various stages of development.

Set inside the Don Kolov Arena, one of Ontario’s most intimate fight venues, fans are placed directly beside the action. Whether you’re a longtime supporter of MMA or attending your first live event, BTC 36: Challenger Series II offers a focused, competitive night of amateur MMA in Mississauga.

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***FIGHT CARD SUBJECT TO CHANGE at ANY TIME · NO REFUND POLICY in EFFECT***