Former IBF cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaya commented on his refusal from the belt and also shared his future plans.
“I chase titles, not names. In boxing, things are constantly changing. I need to be ready. This way they won't catch me making a mistake or catch me unprepared. Yes, I am going against the grain. But I think people respect me for that.
I tried to stay active, to protect my belt. I was not allowed to conduct a mandatory defense, and I was punished for it. It's a confusing situation.
But I have received a lot of positive comments from people who support me and my choice. But at the same time, I don’t do this for others. I'm doing this for my own future. What I believe in,” the Australian said in an interview with Fox Sports.
Let us remind you that on December 23, at a boxing evening in Riyadh, Opetaia stopped Ellis Zorro in the first round.
