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Jai Opetaia is set to clash with WBC cruiserweight champ Noel Mikaelian in a high-stakes 12-round showdown on September 12th in Las Vegas, part of the Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn card. While Mikaelian’s belt status is uncertain—having been ordered by the WBC to face David Benavidez next—the Ring title will definitely be on the line for Opetaia. Mikaelian, 35, reclaimed his WBC crown in December and hasn’t fought since, eager to stay active; Opetaia, 31, last defended his Ring title in March before being stripped of his IBF belt again, triggering a lawsuit. With Benavidez looming and the WBC’s orders in flux, this fight could shake up the division—and it’ll stream on Paramount+ in the U.S. and DAZN worldwide.

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