JAI OPETAIA believes he can observe within the footsteps of Oleksandr Usyk and transfer as much as the heavyweight division to turn into a two-weight world champion.
Usyk has achieved the astonishing feat of changing into undisputed at each cruiser and heavyweight and it’s a path Opetaia needs to stroll. However for now he faces Jack Massey within the newest defence of his IBF cruiserweight title. After which in 2025 the Australian will look to unify the 200lb division.
“It’s not simply Oleksandr Usyk that’s adopted that path,” Opetaia advised Boxing Information.
“There’s a heap of cruiserweights which have moved as much as heavy and held their very own and been on these paths to greatness. I undoubtedly see myself heading down that course however like I mentioned with out profitable these fights all that’s simply discuss.”
Opetaia’s mindset is one among his biggest strengths as is his fast hearth offence. If Massey is to trigger one of many greatest upsets of the 12 months he might must depend on the unbeaten 29-year-old not firing on all cylinders.
Talking to BN Opetaia confirmed indicators of being within the zone forward of Saturday night time in Riyadh with all his consideration on the problem from Massey.
“I’m anticipating 12 arduous rounds out of Jack Massey, he’s a troublesome opponent,” the champion mentioned. “I really feel like he’s going to be strolling on to loads of pictures. Let’s see how powerful he’s.
“I’m taking a look at him as an equal fighter. I don’t suppose I’m above him in any means. I’ve ready for somebody like me.”
