Mairis Briedis vs. Jai Opetaia

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Challenger rankings
As of February 2022
WBA NR
WBC N/A
IBF 4
WBO 9
As of January 2022
WBA NR
WBC NR
IBF 4
WBO 9

Mairis Briedis 199 lbs lost to Jai Opetaia 198 lbs by UD in round 12 of 12

  • The Ring Cruiserweight Title

Notes

  • Expected to take place on April 6, it had to be postponed after Briedis tested positive for COVID-19. The bout was eventually confirmed on March 4 to take place on May 11.[1] However, on April 7 it was rescheduled after Opetaia suffered a rib injury in training.[2]
  • Opetaia ranked No.4 contender by the IBF at the time of the announcement (No.1 and No.2 spots vacant).