How to Watch Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis - Live Stream & TV Channels

Jai Opetaia and Mairis Briedis will compete for the vacant IBF World Cruiser title at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This cruiserweight bout serves as the undercard before the main event featuring Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury.

Opetaia turned professional in 2015 and has since maintained an undefeated record with 24 wins, including a notable 79.17% knockout rate. His last victory was a KO against Ellis Zorro in December 2023.

Briedis, a seasoned fighter from Latvia, also boasts an impressive record but suffered his last defeat against Opetaia himself in July 2022, which marks this fight as a crucial rematch.

Considering their previous matchup where Opetaia won by unanimous decision and their recent performances, this contest is expected to be intensely competitive. Both fighters bring years of extensive experience in the cruiserweight division, which promises strategic depth and resilience in their upcoming bout.

How to watch Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis in the USA?

Fans in the USA can watch the live stream of the Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis event on DAZN. The main card will start broadcasting at 12:00 PM. The main event fight may start later or earlier than expected due to delays or changes in the undercard. The fight is going to take place at Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

You can watch the event by subscribing to DAZN streaming service for a flat fee of $19.99 USD each month or $224.99 for an entire year. You’ll have to pay additional fee to watch the PPV events.

How to watch Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis in UK?

The Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis fight is set to unfold at the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Fans in UK can tune into the live broadcast on DAZN, beginning at 05:00 PM. The event will cover both main and preliminary fights with the main event possibly shifting due to preceding fight outcomes.

To watch the fight on DAZN in the UK, you’ll need to buy a subscription. It costs £9.99 per month if you decide to pay every month for a whole year, £99.99 as a one-off payment for a year, or £19.99 per month - a fee that can be canceled at any time.

How to watch Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis in Australia?

Viewers from Australia can watch the Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis fight on DAZN. The main event starts at 04:00 AM.

How to watch Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis in Canada?

The Jai Opetaia vs Mairis Briedis card will be broadcast live on Saturday, May 18 at 09:00 AM. Viewers from Canada can watch all the fights on DAZN.

Monthly DAZN subscription in Canada will cost you $24.99. If you decide to pay for the year, it’ll be $199.99 for 12 months.

Fighters Details

Jai Opetaia faces Mairis Briedis in a 12-round bout for the vacant IBF World Cruiserweight title.

Jai Opetaia

• Nationality: Australia
• Stance: Southpaw
• Height: 188cm
• Reach: 193cm
• Total Fights: 24
• Record: 24 / 0 / 0

Jai Opetaia turned professional in 2015 and boasts an undefeated record of 24 wins, with 19 knockouts. He recently secured a knockout victory over Ellis Zorro, indicating his power at cruiserweight. Comparing Zorro's record to Briedis', Opetaia’s performance against stronger opponents hints at a robust challenge for Briedis.

Mairis Briedis

• Nationality: Latvia
• Stance: Orthodox
• Height: 186cm
• Reach: 190cm
• Total Fights: 30
• Record: 28 / 2 / 0

Mairis Briedis, who began his professional journey in 2009, has a formidable record of 28 wins and two losses, with 20 knockouts. His last fight was a loss against Opetaia via unanimous decision. With past victories over high-caliber fighters like Yuniel Dorticos, Briedis' experience could make this rematch fiercely competitive.

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 on DAZN. 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