Arslanbek Makhmudov vs. Ricardo Brown Set for June 27 in Quebec City

Quebec City, QC, Canada - A collision of heavyweight titans is officially set. Arslanbek Makhmudov 19-2 (18 KOs) will face off against the undefeated Ricardo Brown 12-0 (11 KOs) in a 10-round bout on Friday, June 27, at the Centre Videotron in Quebec City. The fight will serve as a special attraction on the undercard of the super-middleweight headliner between Christian Mbilli and Maciej Sulecki.

This matchup is steeped in intrigue and consequence. Makhmudov, the fearsome puncher once pegged as a future title contender, finds himself at a career crossroads after suffering two recent stoppage losses. Once seen as an unstoppable force, the 6'5" Russian giant, now based in Montreal, must prove he is still a serious presence in the heavyweight division. "I needed to come back at 100%. But now I’m ready to return to the hunt, and my opponent can expect a war—and in the end, a victory for the Lion," said Makhmudov.

Standing in his path is Ontario-based Ricardo "Big 12" Brown, a 6'7" Jamaican powerhouse with an unblemished record and an eye on making a name for himself. Though Brown hasn't faced opposition on Makhmudov's level, his impressive KO ratio and Olympic pedigree suggest he could be ready for the leap. "On June 27, I’m coming to Quebec undefeated, and I’ll leave undefeated. Go ahead and write it down: the Russian giant will fall before the Jamaican assassin," declared Brown.

This bout also carries the bonus of a regional rivalry, pitting Quebec against Ontario in what promises to be a heavy-handed affair. Both fighters boast knockout ratios north of 90%, setting the stage for a dramatic finish.

For Makhmudov, a loss could relegate him to gatekeeper status. For Brown, an upset would instantly elevate him into the conversation among rising contenders. With careers and reputations on the line, June 27 is more than a comeback or a debut at a higher level—it's a proving ground.

Expect fireworks.