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Gold Coast, Australia – April 5, 2025 – In a statement issued today, it was announced that the much-anticipated IBF and Ring Magazine Cruiserweight World Title defense between Jai Opetaia and Claudio Squeo, originally scheduled for Tuesday, May 13, will now take place on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / March 28

Cruiserweight champion reveals he didn’t get paid until his 20th fight

Boxing is considered one of the toughest sports in the world not only because of its violent nature, but also due to the sacrifices that must be made to reach the top.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / February 26

‘The real deal’… Jai Opetaia wows fans as he shows off kickboxing skills during Thailand trip

While enjoying some time off in Thailand, IBF Cruiserweight champion, Jai Opetaia has wowed fans by showing off his incredible kickboxing skills. After recently defending his Cruiserweight title against David Nyika, Jai Opetaia is spending some time off in Thailand.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 7

Tony Bellew Hails Jai Opetaia and Weighs Future Challenges

Fearsome Australian cruiserweight Jai Opetaia is the current IBF cruiserweight champion and began 2025 with a brutal knockout win over David Nyika. Attention quickly turned to what would be next for the IBF champion and Tony Bellew has recently praised the Australian to Casino Apps and spoken about possible future options for Opetaia.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 14

Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2: Tony Bellew Predicts Outcome and Teases Massive Fight

Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 will headline the loaded February 22 card in Riyadh. The first undisputed fight was fascinating, with plenty of intrigue throughout the contest, with Beterbiev prevailing by majority decision, with one judge scoring it 114-114, while the other two scored it 116-112 and 115-113 for Beterbiev.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 11

Five Cruiserweight Fighters to Watch in 2025

The cruiserweight division has always provided plenty of entertainment and is currently blessed with talents such as Jai Opetaia and Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 9

What’s Next For Jai Opetaia?

Jai Opetaia defeated David Nyika to extend his record to 27-0, leaving question marks over his next steps. Opetaia was fighting in his home country of Australia for the first time since 2022 when he defeated Mairis Briedis in a unanimous decision.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 8

Jai Opetaia Issues Bold Callout: ‘I’m Coming for the Belts’

On January 8, at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, Jai Opetaia (27-0, 21 KOs) impressively dismantled New Zealand fighter David Nyika (10-1, 9 KOs) to retain his IBF cruiserweight title.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 8

Jai Opetaia vs. David Nyika Ends in Brutal Knockout

Jai Opetaia (27-0, 21 KOs) remains a cruiserweight world champion after blasting out David Nyika (10-1, 9 KOs) in four rounds. The time of stoppage was 2:17.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / January 7

Jai Opetaia vs. David Nyika: Weigh-In Results & Odds

We are all set for the IBF & Ring Magazine cruiserweight title fight between the champion Jai Opetaia (26-0, 20 KOs) and David Nyika (10-0, 9 KOs) as they both came under the 200-pound limit.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 7

Jai Opetaia And David Nyika Ready For War – ‘I’ve Got Just As Much Dog’

Jai Opetaia and David Nyika held their final presser ahead of their cruiserweight clash on January 8. Opetaia currently has the IBF Cruiserweight Title and Ring Magazine Belt.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 6

Jai Opetaia vs. David Nyika: Press Conference Quotes and Fight Prediction

It will not be long before Jai Opetaia (26-0, 20 KOs) faces David Nyika (10-0, 9 KOs) to defend his world cruiserweight title. The two men headline a Tasman Fighters, Matchroom Boxing and Goldstar Promotion card at the Gold Coast Convention Centre in Broadbeach, Australia.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 6

Opetaia And Nyika Clash During Roundtable Face Off – ‘This Is My Roman Empire’

Jai Opetaia is looking to put on a statement performance when he faces David Nyika this weekend, as they clashed during their roundtable face off. Opetaia is the current IBF Cruiserweight Champion and Ring Magazine Champion.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / January 2

Jai Opetaia vs David Nyika: Live Stream, Betting Odds & Fight Card

IBF and Ring Magazine cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia (26-0, 20 KOs) is headlining an event in his home country of Australia in a card that streams on Wednesday early morning here in the States.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 22

Jai Opetaia Set for Mandatory Defence in Gold Coast Return

Unbeaten Australian Jai Opetaia (26-0, 20 KOs) will return to action on January 8, 2025, to defend his IBF cruiserweight world title against mandatory challenger Huseyin Cinkara (22-0, 18 KOs).

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / September 28

Jai Opetaia Reveals The Fight He Would Love to Make Happen

On October 12, Artur Beterbiev (20-0, 20 KOs) and Dmitry Bivol (23-0, 12 KOs) will meet for the undisputed light heavyweight on a stacked Riyadh season card.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / September 25

Jai Opetaia Allowed By The IBF To Defend Against Jack Massey

IBF & Ring Magazine cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia (25-0, 19 KOs) does not have to worry about being stripped of a title when he faces Jack Massey (22-2, 12 KOs) on October 12 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 11

Robert Whittaker delighted to train with Cruiserweight world champ ahead of Khamzat Chimaev showdown: 'It’s priceless'

At UFC 308, Robert Whittaker will finally have the chance to face Khamzat Chimaev. The battle was postponed from its original date at UFC Saudi Arabia, yet fans are just as excited about the bout.

Boxing News / Total Apex Sports / September 9

Jack Massey Gears Up for World Title Shot Against Jai Opetaia

The cruiserweight contender Jack Massey is now eying the fight of his life when he goes up against the IBF champion Jai Opetaia next month. He currently boasts a record of 22 wins and 2 losses and will fight Opetaia, who has an unblemished record of 25 wins with 19 knockouts, on October 14 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Boxing News / ESPN / May 18