Australian Jai Opetaia will defend his cruiserweight titles against New Zealand's David Nyika at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre in Broadbeach, Queensland. The two undefeated fighters will battle for the Ring Magazine & IBF World Cruiserweight Titles.
Jai Opetaia turned pro in 2011 and has maintained a flawless record of 26 wins, showcasing strong performances but no notable knockouts in current stats. David Nyika, with a professional start in 2020, carries fewer fights under his belt, totaling 10 wins.
What time is Jai Opetaia vs David Nyika fight
Live coverage for the Jai Opetaia vs David Nyika main card will start at 04:00 AM EST on DAZN. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Jai Opetaia vs David Nyika Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025 | 04:00 AM | 08:20 AM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025 | 01:00 AM | 05:20 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025 | 08:00 AM | 12:20 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025 | 07:00 PM | 11:20 PM |
The boxing match between Jai Opetaia and David Nyika is set for January 08, 2025, at 08:20 AM EST. It will take place at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre in Broadbeach, Queensland. This event will feature a 10-round fight for the Ring Magazine & IBF World Cruiserweight Titles.
Please note that the scheduled ring walk time of 08:20 AM EST might change depending on how long earlier fights last. Earlier matches can sometimes end quickly or take longer than expected, which would shift the start time of the main event.
For viewers in different time zones, check the provided table to find out when to watch the fight in your local time. Make sure to adjust your plans accordingly to catch all the action live.
How and where to watch the Jai Opetaia vs David Nyika Fight
You can watch Jai Opetaia vs David Nyika via DAZN.
| Country | Price per month | Price per year |
| Canada | First month free, then $29.99/mo or $19.99/mo with annual subscription. | $239.88 |
| UK and Ireland | First month free, then £24.99/mo or £14.99/mo with annual subscription. | £179.88 |
| Australia | $13.99 per month | - |
| USA | First month free, then $29.99/mo or $19.99/mo with annual subscription. | $239.88 |
Jai Opetaia vs David Nyika Betting Odds
- Favorite: Jai Opetaia : 1.1 (-800)
- Underdog: David Nyika : 9.0 (+800)
| Method of victory | Jai Opetaia | David Nyika |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 1.4 (-225) | 11.0 (+1000) |
| By decision or technical decision | 4.4 (+340) | 24.0 (+2300) |
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Jai Opetaia stands as the heavy favorite at 1.1 (-800), indicating his strong likelihood to win against David Nyika. Nyika enters as a significant underdog, priced at 9.0 (+800). Odds suggest Opetaia is most likely to seal the win via KO/TKO/DQ, with odds at 1.4 (-225). A knockout victory for Nyika is least expected, offered at large odds of 11.0 (+1000). If betting on decision victories, Opetaia comes in at 4.4 (+340) and Nyika at a distant 24.0 (+2300), emphasizing Nyika's outside chance of winning by points or decision.
Fighters Details
Jai Opetaia
- Nationality: Australia
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 188 cm
- Reach: 188 cm
- Total Fights: 26
- Record: 26 / 0 / 0
David Nyika
- Nationality: New Zealand
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 198 cm
- Reach: 198 cm
- Total Fights: 10
- Record: 10 / 0 / 0
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