It will be the Latvian's debut in the super-heavyweight category and his opponent will be Justis Hoonie (6-0, 4 KOs). The 23-year old athlete, winner of amateur world championships, has been boxing in the professional ring for almost two years.
Jai Opetaia fought Briedis in July. The Latvian went into the fight as the clear favorite, but lost for the first time in more than four years.