Opetaia and Briedis Set for Rematch
Australia's Jai Opetaia to defend IBF cruiserweight title against Mairis Briedis in Saudi Arabia
The two fighters previously met in a thrilling contest in 2022
Jai Opetaia and Mairis Briedis are set to rematch for the IBF cruiserweight title on the undercard of the Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk card at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Saturday May 18.
The two fighters previously met in a thrilling contest in July 2022, with Opetaia winning a unanimous decision. Briedis has only lost one other fight in his career, a majority decision defeat to Oleksandr Usyk in a cruiserweight title unification in 2018.
Opetaia is a rising star in the cruiserweight division, and his victory over Briedis was a major upset. He is now looking to defend his title and prove that he is the real deal.
Briedis is a veteran of the division, and he will be looking to avenge his defeat to Opetaia. He is a powerful and experienced fighter, and he will be a tough challenge for Opetaia.
The rematch between Opetaia and Briedis is sure to be another exciting contest. Both fighters are capable of winning, and it is sure to be a close fight.
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