David Nyika, Jai Opetaia

Jai Opetaia leaves boxing fans concerned after brutal knockout victory vs David Nyika
The cruiserweight king successfully defended his gold strap once again with another stunning knockout, but fans were left concerned after Opetaia's opponent was left in a brutal state
Jai Opetaia vs David Nyika Prize Money: How will the purse be split between the two boxers for this fight?
IBF cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia is set to step into the ring against New Zealand rising star David Nyika this January 8 at the Gold Coast Convention Centre, Broadbeach, Quee
Jai Opetaia vs. David Nyika: Full card results as Opetaia retains title with terrifying KO
We bring you every result, as they happen, from Gold Coast Convention Centre as Jai Opetaia looks to defend his IBF and The Ring cruiserweight titles against New Zealand's David Nyika on Wednesday, January 8.
Jai Opetaia scores vicious knockout of David Nyika as focus turns to Ramirez and Usyk
Opetaia retained the IBF cruiserweight title inside four rounds, before promoter Eddie Hearn addressed the Australian’s next steps
Jai Opetaia defeats David Nyika, reclaims IBF world cruiserweight title, looks ahead to Oleksandr Usyk
Jai Opetaia is the only man who can challenge heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk says promoter Eddie Hearn, after the IBF and Ring champion exacted the toll of trying to match it with boxing's best from David Nyika.
Where to watch Jai Opetaia vs. David Nyika: Live stream, start time & more for 2025 boxing fight
Here are your options to watch Jai Opetaia vs. David Nyika, including the live stream and start time for the fight on Wednesday in Australia.
Jai Opetaia destroys David Nyika as promoter suggests Oleksandr Usyk fight
Australia’s best boxer Jai Opetaia left his opponent on the canvas for several minutes following a devastating knockout Gold Coast on Wednesday night, after which promoter Eddie Hearn suggested he could fight Oleksandr Usyk next year.
Jai Opetaia brutally knocks out David Nyika in Round 4 to defend IBF cruiserweight title
Jai Opetaia peppered David Nyika with a series of hooks in the deciding round, including a devastating left to end the fight.
Jai Opetaia beats David Nyika to retains IBF cruiserweight title
Jai Opetaia retained his IBF cruiserweight title Wednesday with a spectacular fourth-round KO of David Nyika in Gold Coast, Australia. Opetaia, ESPN's No. 1 cruiserweight, and Nyika engaged in a firefight from the opening bell that featured nonstop exchanges of power punches.
Who is David Nyika? Career record, bio, nationality of boxer facing Jai Opetaia
An opportunity has presented itself to David Nyika, and he looks to take advantage and bring gold back home. Nyika is challenging Jai Opetaia for Opetaia's IBF and The Ring cruiserweight titles. The fight in Opetaia's backyard in Australia airs on DAZN worldwide.
Three possible opponents for Jai Opetaia after David Nyika knockout win
IBF cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia sent a statement to the rest of the division on Wednesday with an explosive fourth-round knockout against David Nyika live on DAZN. Opetaia wasted no time against the late replacement,
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Patriotic Jai Opetaia fought with his heart, not head, back at home
Jai Opetaia believes that the emotion involved in fighting back in Australia inspired the nature of the “dogfight” he won ...
Why Jai Opetaia can become one of boxing’s biggest stars... even if his fellow Aussies aren’t smitten
When I looked ahead to the fighters who are set to make a big impact in 2025, I focused on three from the UK — but there is no doubt Jai Opetaia is set up for a huge year which he began with a bang on ...
Jai Opetaia vs Gilberto Ramirez, a strange southpaw battle that promises a great fight
Boxing purists raise an eyebrow when they see a southpaw in the ring, but they lose their temper when there are two of them facing each other. That's why the phrase exists: "The on ...
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The Beltline: Jai Opetaia-Gilberto Ramirez could be that rare all-southpaw battle worth watching
The only thing worse than a southpaw is two of them. Watch as they fight for space, tread on each other’s toes, and ...