BREAKING NEWS: Former champion boxer Danny Green has urgently called on top fighters to stop avoiding Australian superstar Jai Opetaia. Opetaia, who boasts an impressive record of 28-0-0, is set to defend his IBF and The Ring cruiserweight titles against Huseyin Cinkara (23-0-0) on December 6, 2023, in a high-stakes matchup on the Gold Coast.
This imminent clash is a pivotal moment for both fighters, as it marks the eighth consecutive title defense for Opetaia and his fourth attempt at retaining the IBF crown. The bout will be broadcast on Stan Sport, drawing significant attention from boxing enthusiasts.
Green, a noted figure in boxing with multiple championship accolades, lamented that the primary obstacle standing between Opetaia and global recognition is the reluctance of other champions to face him. Recent news revealed that current WBA and WBO champion Gilberto Ramirez will defend his titles against David Benavidez in May, a decision that has sparked frustration within Opetaia’s camp, as they seek a unification bout.
“I’ve been waiting for the unification fights for years. I’m sick of the excuses,” Opetaia expressed, highlighting the widespread desire for a showdown with fellow champions.
Green echoed this sentiment, insisting that the boxing world deserves to see a unification fight between Ramirez and Opetaia. He believes that Ramirez’s hesitance stems from a lack of confidence in his ability to defeat Opetaia, stating, “It’s crazy. That unification fight is the one the boxing public really want to see.”
As the anticipation builds for Opetaia’s title defense, the potential for a move to heavyweight looms. Should the unification battles continue to elude him, Opetaia may consider stepping up in weight class, inspired by the success of unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk.
“He’d give them hell,” Green asserted, confident in Opetaia’s capacity to compete with larger opponents. The boxing community is eager to see what the future holds for this talented fighter.
Opetaia’s upcoming fight also features a supporting card with Justis Huni, who is returning to the ring after a challenging recent title shot. Huni, who faced a last-minute opportunity to fight for the WBA interim heavyweight title, is seeking redemption after a knockout loss in his last bout.
The stakes are high for both Opetaia and Huni as they prepare for their respective fights. The boxing world is watching closely, and fans are eager for updates as the event approaches.
Stay tuned for more urgent updates on this developing story as the boxing community rallies behind Opetaia and the pursuit of championship glory.
