Brazil World Cup Team Delegation and Draw
Canadian Elite Boxing Team Set to Compete at World Boxing Cup in Brazil
The Canadian elite boxing team is set to compete at the World Boxing Cup, taking place from April 19 to April 26, 2026, in Foz de Iguaçu, Brazil. This premier international event brings together top senior-level boxers from around the globe, offering a high-performance competitive platform early in the 2026 season.
Organized under the banner of World Boxing, the World Cup is a key fixture in the international boxing calendar, providing elite athletes with valuable ranking opportunities and preparation ahead of major upcoming competitions.
Canadian Team Selection
Canada will be represented by a dynamic team of ten athletes across different weight categories. The team is ready to take on the competition after completing a multi-nation training camp in Brazil, where they trained alongside international teams in preparation for the tournament.
The Canadian delegation includes:
Men
55 kg – Max Tomines (Tomines Boxing, ON)
60 kg – Keoma Al-Ahmadieh (Pound 4 Pound, QC)
65 kg – Gabriel Aly Labrie (Pound 4 Pound, QC)
80 kg – Josh Ofori (Marshall Boxing, AB)
Women
48 kg – Nyousha Nakhjiri (Quinit Boxing, BC)
51 kg – Mckenzie Wright (Destiny Boxing, ON)
54 kg – Scarlett Delgado (Destiny Boxing, ON)
57 kg – Marie Al-Ahmadieh (Pound 4 Pound, QC)
65 kg – Rachel Bourdon (Boxe Montreal, QC)
75 kg – Viktoria Penney (Sully’s Boxing Gym, ON)
The team is led by coaches Vincent Auclair, Ariane Fortin, and team physio Hugo Lettre.
Competition Details
The official draw will take place today, with boxing set to begin on April 20. The event will feature multiple sessions leading up to the finals on April 26.
Draws: Brazil World Cup Results System
Live Streaming: Available via the official Boxing Brazil YouTube Page
Building Momentum on the International Stage
The team enters the competition following an intensive training camp in Brazil, gaining valuable sparring and tactical preparation against a diverse group of international opponents. This experience is expected to translate into strong performances as the athletes step into the ring.
The World Boxing Cup presents an important opportunity for Canada’s elite boxers to test themselves against world-class competition, refine their strategies, and build momentum as the international season progresses.
A Global Field
The tournament is expected to feature athletes from leading boxing nations across the Americas, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Oceania, making it one of the most competitive elite events of the year.
With a blend of experienced competitors and rising talent, the Canadian team aims to deliver strong performances and contend for podium finishes in Foz de Iguaçu.
Event Schedule (times are listed as Eastern Canadian Time Zone)
- April 19: Official Draw
- April 20–22: Preliminary Bouts
- April 20 Bout 14 Ring B 10:00am Scarlet Delgado vs NZL
- April 20 Bout 8 Ring A 11:45am Keoma Ali Al-Ahmadieh vs MAR
- April 20 Bout 43 Ring B 16:30pm Viktoria Penney vs CHN
- April 20 Bout 51 Ring B 18:30pm Joshua Ofori vs ESP
- April 21 Bout 64 Ring A 11:15am Max Tomines vs GER
- April 21 Bout 101 Ring B 16:00pm Gabriel Labrie vs KOS
- April 22 Bout 124 Ring B 10:15am Scarlet Delgado vs MEX
- April 22 Bout 129 Ring B 11:30am Keoma Ali Al-Ahmadieh vs ITA
- April 22 Bout 152 Ring B 16:30 Marie Al-Ahmadieh vs USA
- April 22 Bout 147 Ring A 19:00pm Joshua Ofori vs BUL
- April 23–24: Quarterfinals
- April 23 Bout 177 Ring B 10:00am Mckenzie Wright vs USA
- April 23 Bout 201 Ring A 16:00pm Nyousha Nakhjiri vs ESP
- April 24 Bout 216 Ring A 10:45am Marie Al-Ahmadieh vs KAZ
- April 24 Bout 222 Ring A 12:15pm Keoma Ali Almadieh vs JPN
- April 24 Bout 260 Ring B 17:30pm Gabriel Labrie vs NZL
- April 24 Bout 264 Ring B 18:30pm Joshua Ofori vs DOM
- April 25: Semifinals
- April 25 Bout 274 Ring A 11:30am Keoma Ali Al-Ahmadieh vs USA
- April 26: Finals