JAI OPETAIA SET TO STEAL THE SHOW ON TYSON FURY VS. OLEKSANDR USYK UNDERCARD

Jai Opetaia during bout against Ellis Zorro (Photo: Codesports.com.au)

In what promises to be a night of electrifying boxing action, former IBF cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia is gearing up to join the undercard of the Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk bout on February 17th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Opetaia, with an impressive record of 24-0 and 19 knockouts, is known for his entertaining style and devastating power in the ring.

Despite being stripped of his IBF title after a decisive victory over Ellis Zorro on December 23rd, Opetaia remains undeterred and eager for his next challenge. The opponent for the Australian knockout artist on the Fury-Usyk undercard is yet to be announced, but boxing enthusiasts are hopeful that he will provide an exciting matchup that could potentially overshadow the main event.

Opetaia's recent comments reflect his dedication to his craft and a willingness to face any of the cruiserweight champions in the future. He emphasizes that he focuses solely on his own journey and doesn't have a specific target in mind. His approach to watching other fighters is rooted in a desire to learn and improve, rather than merely for entertainment.

"I see fighters that have got it, and that’s who I watch. The way they have defense or the way they slick some punches off or things like that. That’s what I watch. I watch to learn, that’s it," said Opetaia.

If the Fury-Usyk bout fails to live up to expectations, Opetaia's inclusion on the undercard could provide the excitement fans are craving. His commitment to the science of boxing, combined with his knockout prowess, makes him a potential show-stealer in Riyadh. As Opetaia sets his sights on future challenges in the cruiserweight division, the boxing world eagerly awaits the announcement of his opponent for the upcoming event.