Australian boxing sensation Jai Opetaia is set to fight Mairis Briedis at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The bout features a contest for the vacant IBF World Cruiser title.
Opetaia, undefeated with a professional record that includes 24 wins and 19 knockouts, turned pro in 2015. His recent victory was a knockout against Ellis Zorro in December 2023. Briedis, with a rich background that includes holding world championships, boasts a record of 28 wins and 20 knockouts. He turned professional back in 2009 but has been inactive since losing to Opetaia by unanimous decision on July 2, 2022.
What time is Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis fight
Live coverage for the Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis main card will start at 12:00 PM EST. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, May 18, 2024 | 12:00 PM | 05:10 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, May 18, 2024 | 09:00 AM | 02:10 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, May 18, 2024 | 04:00 PM | 09:10 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, May 19, 2024 | 03:00 AM | 08:10 AM |
The boxing event featuring Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis will take place on May 18, 2024, at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The fight is scheduled to start at 05:10 PM EST. This match is part of the undercard for the main event between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury.
Jai Opetaia and Mairis Briedis will compete in a 12-round bout for the vacant IBF World Cruiserweight title. Please note that the exact time of the ring walk may vary depending on how long earlier fights last.
Fighters Details
Jai Opetaia will face Mairis Briedis for the vacant IBF World Cruiserweight title over 12 rounds.
Jai Opetaia
- Nationality: Australia
- Stance: Southpaw
- Height: 188cm
- Reach: 193cm
- Total Fights: 24
- Record: 24 / 0 / 0
Opetaia turned professional in 2015 and has remained undefeated in 24 bouts, with a knockout ratio of 79.17%. His most recent victory was a knockout against Ellis Zorro, indicating his power in the cruiserweight division. Considering Briedis’s recent inactive status and past loss to Opetaia, Jai enters as the probable favorite.
Mairis Briedis
- Nationality: Latvia
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 186cm
- Reach: 190cm
- Total Fights: 30
- Record: 28 / 2 / 0
Briedis, who debuted in 2009, holds a record of 28 wins, showing formidable experience. Despite losing to Opetaia in their last encounter, his earlier successes suggest he could redeem himself if he capitalizes on past experience.
How and where to watch the Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis Fight
You can watch Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis via DAZN.
| Region | Monthly Subscription | Annual Subscription | PPV Price |
| USA | $19,99 on a 12-month contract or $24,99 month-to-month | $224,99 | $69,99 |
| Canada | $24,99 per month | $199,99 | $69,99 |
| UK and Ireland | £9,99 on a 12-month contract or £19,99 month-to-month | £99,99 | £24,99 |
| Australia | 13,99 AUD | — | $34,99 |
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