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Opetaia's U.S. Debut: Glanton Next Obstacle
17 Feb
Summary
- Jai Opetaia makes his U.S. debut against Brandon Glanton in Las Vegas.
- The fight is scheduled for Sunday, March 8, 2026, in Las Vegas.
- Opetaia will also contend for the inaugural Zuffa Boxing cruiserweight title.

Australian boxing sensation Jai Opetaia is set to make his U.S. debut on Sunday, March 8, 2026, facing Brandon Glanton in Las Vegas. This significant fight occurs shortly after Opetaia's recent title defense in December and marks his first bout under the newly formed Zuffa Boxing promotion, headed by UFC's Dana White and Saudi Arabia's Turki Alalshikh.
The cruiserweight clash will take place at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas. Fans in Australia can watch the fight on Monday, March 9, with the main card commencing at 1 p.m. AEDT. Opetaia and Glanton are expected to enter the ring around 3 p.m. AEDT.
While Opetaia's IBF belt status is uncertain, his Ring Magazine belt will be contested. Additionally, the inaugural Zuffa Boxing cruiserweight title will be up for grabs, adding extra stakes to this international showdown. Both Opetaia and Glanton are known for their knockout power, promising an exciting encounter.




