08 Jan
Jai Opetaia Challenges Hilberto Ramirez: "I'm after the Belts"
Australian IBF heavyweight champion Jai Opetaia (26–0, 20 KOs), fresh off a dramatic stoppage victory over David Nyika (10–1, 9 KOs), has boldly challenged WBA and WBO champion Hilberto Ramirez (47–1, 30 KOs).
– Is there anyone in the heavyweight division who can match you?
– Ramirez, I'm after the belts. We’re going for the other titles, mate. We’re chasing them down, Opetaia declared with unwavering confidence.
On January 8, Opetaia defended his IBF title by knocking out David Nyika in the fourth round. This marked his second consecutive title defense and his second straight stoppage victory, propelling his journey towards undisputed glory.