Lucas Bahdi (born January 27, 1994) is a Canadian professional boxer who has currently competes in the lightweight division.
Early life.
Bahdi is of Italian and Palestinian heritage. His father George is a prominent builder in the Niagara Falls area
Amateur career.
Bahdi was a three time national champion. He turned pro, ending his olympic hopes due to losing trust with the national team programme
Professional career.
Bahdi vs. Amparan.
Bahdi claimed the first title of his pro career against Mexican Jesus Amparan. In round 9 Bahdi dropped Amparan with a hard right hand forcing the referee waved it off making Bahdi the IBF North American champion. The fight took place in Bahdis hometown of Niagara Falls.
Bahdi vs. Sylve.
Bahdi had his biggest win to date against American prospect Ashton Sylve. Despite being outclassed the entire fight Bahdi knocked out Sylve in the sixth round in a knockout of the year candidate.
Signing with Most Valuable Promotions.
After his fight against Sylve on the under card of Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, on November 21, 2024, it was announced that Bahdi had signed with Most Valuable Promotions.