'With or without the belt': stripped Opetaia finds ally The trainer of one of the men standing in the way of Jai Opetaia's path to undisputed status has given hope to his cause after the IBF's call to strip him. AAP · Mar 25
Jai Opetaia officially stripped of IBF cruiserweight title as Zuffa Boxing era begins Opetaia’s move to Zuffa has cost him his world title, marking the end of a complex saga – but the star of a new era The Independent UK · Mar 24
IBF deliberates on Opetaia world title sanctioning call Jai Opetaia remains the IBF cruiserweight world champion for now, as the organisation considers reversing the decision to strip him of the status. AAP · Mar 11
Boxing Mailbag: Should the IBF Have Stripped Jai Opetaia of the Cruiserweight Title? Chris Mannix answers questions on Jaron Ennis–Vergil Ortiz, Devin Haney–Rolly Romero, the MVP-ESPN deal and more. Sports Illustrated · Mar 9
Stripped Opetaia takes high road after US demolition A winner again, Jai Opetaia has outlined his "perfect picture" to become undisputed world champion, despite the IBF ironically stripping him of their title. AAP · Mar 9
Jai Opetaia’s messy week signals trouble ahead in boxing war he didn’t sign up for COMMENT: Opetaia won the inaugural Zuffa cruiserweight title on Sunday but, as Steve Bunce writes, there has been immense confusion around his status as IBF champion The Independent UK · Mar 9
'This sport is broken': Aussie ace in boxing shake-up Aussie boxing world champion Jai Opetaia has risen above a week of distractions to claim the first Zuffa Boxing cruiserweight world championship in Las Vegas. AAP · Mar 9
U-turn leaves Opetaia title hunt in limbo on fight eve Jai Opetaia's Las Vegas introduction has taken an 11th-hour twist, with the IBF stepping in to withdraw their sanctioning of the Aussie's Zuffa Boxing debut. AAP · Mar 7
Jai Opetaia fires warning to Zuffa Boxing after promotional switch: ‘I’ll be very disappointed’ Opetaia joined Zuffa last month, but it is unclear how the move will affect his goal of becoming undisputed champion The Independent UK · Feb 26
Jai Opetaia to fight Brandon Glanton for brand new, controversial world title in next outing Opetaia’s decision to sign with Zuffa Boxing was surprising, given his dream of becoming undisputed champion The Independent UK · Feb 11
'This is the path': Opetaia blazing Vegas trail to top Australia's long-reigning cruiserweight world champion Jai Opetaia will fight for a new belt in his American debut next month against Brandon Glanton. AAP · Feb 10
Eubank vs Benn LIVE: Boxing result, fight stream, latest updates and reaction from grudge match Eubank Jr earns bragging rights with unanimous decision win over Benn after reuniting with his father Evening Standard · Apr 26, 2025
Eubank Jr vs Benn undercard and running order: Who is fighting and what time does it start? Anthony Yarde, Liam Smith, Cheavon Clarke, Viddal Riley and Chris Billam-Smith are all in action before huge main event Evening Standard · Apr 25, 2025
How to watch Eubank Jr vs Benn: live stream boxing online now –start time, TV channel, fight card, weigh-in results and odds for Fatal Fury, undercard underway Decades after their fathers' fiery clashes, Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn are ready to write the next explosive chapter. Expect fireworks, pride and a fight for legacy. Here’s how to watch the action live online – including start time, TV channel and full fight card. Tom’s Guide · Apr 25, 2025
The Independent UK · Apr 24, 2025 Brandon Glanton threatens to give Chris Billam-Smith ‘brain damage’ in shocking insult The pair will fire off punches on Saturday, but Glanton fired off spiteful words at Thursday’s press conference
The Independent UK · Apr 15, 2025 Eubank Jr vs Benn undercard: Full fight card for grudge match including Liam Smith vs Aaron McKenna British rivals Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn will finally settle the score in the main event, following a stacked card at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Daily Mirror · Sep 11, 2022 Boxing referee takes huge punch to the chin but remains standing during fight During a WBO global cruiserweight title fight last night, referee Jose Hiram Rivera was hit flush with a big left hand by veteran Mario Aguilar, but remained standing