Brooklyn’s own Edgar Berlanga returns home to headline at the Theater at Madison Square Garden on Sunday, July 26, 2026, taking on dangerous Canadian knockout artist Steven "Bang Bang" Butler. Streamed live exclusively on Paramount+, this 10-round super middleweight showdown represents a critical test for Berlanga as he looks to re-establish momentum in front of his home crowd.
Event Details: Date, Start Time, and Stream
Boxing fans tuning in for this high-octane Sunday fight night can watch the entire broadcast via Paramount+. Here are the confirmed schedule details for the NYC event:
- Date: Sunday, July 26, 2026
- Main Card Start Time: 8:00 PM EST / 5:00 PM PST (Prelims begin at 5:00 PM EST)
- Main Event Ringwalks: Approximately 11:00 PM EST / 8:00 PM PST
- Broadcast Platform: Paramount+
- Venue: Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City
- Bout Structure: Super Middleweight Division (10 Rounds)
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Tactical Breakdown: Berlanga's Power vs. Butler's Aggression
Berlanga (23-2, 18 KOs) returns to the ring focusing on ring control, fundamental jab selection, and setting up his signature powerful right hand. Fighting inside the iconic surroundings of Madison Square Garden, Berlanga needs to establish physical dominance early without opening himself up to dangerous counters.
Steven Butler (38-5-1, 32 KOs) brings vast experience and undisputed knockout power into this matchup. Riding momentum from recent stoppage victories, the Montreal native thrives when turning fights into high-tempo slugfests. His straight right hand and upper-body volume present an immediate threat if Berlanga remains stationary.
Much like elite athletes navigating key strategic shifts during a major hard court transition, Berlanga must manage distance and pace effectively to break down Butler's defense.
Co-Main Event: Richardson Hitchins vs. Ricardo Salas
The co-main event features undefeated former super lightweight champion Richardson Hitchins (20-0, 8 KOs) stepping up to the welterweight division to face tough Mexican contender Ricardo Salas Rodriguez (24-2-2, 18 KOs) in a 12-round contest. Hitchins' elite defense and ring IQ will be tested against Salas' aggressive forward pressure.
A Packed Weekend of World-Class Boxing
This MSG card caps off an incredible weekend across international boxing. For comprehensive previews of other major fights taking place around the world, check out our coverage of the Errol Spence Jr vs Tim Tszyu fight schedule, as well as the Anthony Joshua vs Kristian Prenga fight preview.