Tasman Fighters rumors, news

Tasman Fighters news, rumors

  • Jai Opetaia next fight confirmed: New title up for grabs
    • Jai Opetaia next fight confirmed: New title up for grabs
    Jai Opetaia (29-0, 23 KOs) is the current IBF and Ring Magazine cruiserweight champion, and he recently confirmed a co-promotional deal between Zuffa Boxing and Tasman Fighters. His first fight was teased immediately, as was the potential opportunity to fight in unification and undisputed fights.  Opetaia’s first bout under the Zuffa banner has now been confirmed, with the Aussie set to face Ameri...2026
  • Jai Opetaia sends clear message to David Benavidez
    • Jai Opetaia sends clear message to David Benavidez
    Jai Opetaia recently made a shock move to Zuffa Boxing in a co-promotional deal with Tasman Fighters. It’s a move that made the boxing world stand up and take notice that Zuffa are here to make noise. Opetaia (29-0, 23 KOs) has produced dazzling performances throughout his career and shown plenty of heart when needed. Ahead of his expected Zuffa debut on March 8 against Brandon Glanton (21-3, 18 K...2026
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  • What to expect from Jai Opetaia in 2026 after Zuffa move
    • What to expect from Jai Opetaia in 2026 after Zuffa move
    Zuffa Boxing recently made a significant statement, announcing the signing of Jai Opetaia in a co-promotional deal with Tasman Fighters. It’s a move that made the boxing world stand up and take notice.  Opetaia (29-0, 23 KOs) has produced dazzling KO wins throughout his career, but has also shown his heart in his two tough wins over Mairis Briedis. It appears the Australian is close to making his ...2026
  • Matchroom CEO Frank Smith reacts to Jai Opetaia choosing to sign with Dana White
    • Matchroom CEO Frank Smith reacts to Jai Opetaia choosing to sign with Dana White
    Matchroom Boxing CEO Frank Smith insists he is not dwelling on the departure of Jai Opetaia to Zuffa Boxing. Opetaia announced last week that he and long-time co-promoter Tasman Fighters will now work with Dana White and Zuffa, in a move that further underlines White’s growing ambitions in the sport. Zuffa Boxing launches on Friday […] The post Matchroom CEO Frank Smith reacts to Jai Opetaia...2026
  • Jai Opetaia signs with new promotional company – ‘pumped for the future’
    • Jai Opetaia signs with new promotional company – ‘pumped for the future’
    Zuffa Boxing recently confirmed its plans for 12 shows throughout 2026. They have announced their first show for January 23, headlined by Callum Walsh vs Carlos Ocampo in a 10-round middleweight bout at Meta Apex in Las Vegas. The next card looks set for February 14, headlined by Charles Martin vs Efe Ajagba. Dana White and Co. have now made their biggest move yet: a promotional partnership with T...2026
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  • Jai Opetaia vs. Hüseyin Cinkara round-by-round updates
    • Jai Opetaia vs. Hüseyin Cinkara round-by-round updates
    Welcome to the Big Fight Weekend’s coverage of Jai Opetaia (28-0, 22 KOs) vs. Hüseyin Cinkara (23-0, 19 KOs)! Their bout headlines a Tasman Fighters card at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre in Broadbeach, Australia. Fight fans in the country can catch the action live as a pay-per-view (PPV) on Stan Sport. The rest of the world can do so with UFC Fight Pass. Be sure to join us ...2025
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  • Jai Opetaia’s top career wins ranked
    • Jai Opetaia’s top career wins ranked
    On Saturday, December 6, at the Gold Coast Convention Centre in Broadbeach, Jai Opetaia vs Huseyin Cinkara headlines a Tasman Fighters event, live on Stan Pay-Per-View in Australia, while the rest of the world can do so on UFC Fight Pass. As we edge closer to Opetaia’s (28-0, 22 KOs) latest IBF cruiserweight defence, we rank the Australian’s best wins. Jai Opetaia’s best wins ranked   1. Davi...2025
  • • Jai Opetaia vs David Nyika set in stunning opponent upgrade
    IBF cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia found himself an opponent upgrade for his latest January 8 title defense on the Gold Coast. The Australian southpaw was due to face aged Huseyin Cinkara before an injury ruled out the German-based Turk also-ran. Within four days, Tasman Fighters secured David Nyika as a replacement in a stunning all-Aussie…  The post Jai Opetaia vs David Nyika set ...2024

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  • 2026
    "Jai Opetaia signs with new promotional company – ‘pumped for the future’"

  • 2025
    "Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing, Mick Francis’ Tasman Fighters and Spencer Brown’s Goldstar promote Opetaia vs Nyika, with DAZN televising live worldwide."

  • 2024
    "Matchroom Boxing, in partnership with Goldstar Promotions and Tasman Fighters, is delighted to announce the signing of Conor Wallace."

  • 2023
    "It has been a busy week for Australian promotional outfit Tasman Fighters, who have struck a new broadcast deal with global sports streaming service DAZN and inked a co-promotional agreement between The Ring’s cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia (22-0, 17 KOs) and Matchroom Boxing."

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Tasman Fighters trade rumors, contract, salary rumors

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  • • Jai Opetaia vs. Hüseyin Cinkara press conference quotes and fight prediction
    Jai Opetaia (28-0, 22 KOs) will soon defend his IBF cruiserweight world title against Hüseyin Cinkara (23-0, 19 KOs). Their bout headlines a Tasman Fighters card at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre in Broadbeach, Australia. Fight fans in the country can catch the action live as a pay-per-view (PPV) on Stan Sport. The rest of the world can do so with UFC Fight Pass. Both men spoke at...2025
  • Paris Olympian Teremoana signs with Matchroom
    • Paris Olympian Teremoana signs with Matchroom
    Teremoana Teremoana will appear on Matchroom's December 14th Monte Carlo show One of Paris 2024's top prospects, 26-year-old heavyweight Teremoana Teremoana, has joined forces with Matchroom ahead of a December 14th return to the pro ranks on their Murodjon Akhmadaliev vs Ricardo Espinoza show in Monte Carlo. Teremoana (4-0, 4 KO) has the look of a potential star, standing 6'6" and possessing the ...2024
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Tasman Fighters stats and results

  • • Jai Opetaia’s top career wins ranked
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  • Jai Opetaia vs Huseyin Cinkara — how to stream, betting odds and fight card for December 6
    • Jai Opetaia vs Huseyin Cinkara — how to stream, betting odds and fight card for December 6
    On Saturday, December 6, at the Gold Coast Convention Centre in Broadbeach, Jai Opetaia vs Huseyin Cinkara headlines a Tasman Fighters event, live on Stan Pay-Per-View. The main event will see Opetaia defend his IBF cruiserweight title. Opetaia (28-0, 22 KOs) was last seen in action, successfully defending his IBF strap against Claudio Squeo, backing up his devastating KO win over David Nyika. Cin...2025
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  • Justis Huni Issues Fight-Night Warning to Fabio Wardley for June 7 Showdown
    • Justis Huni Issues Fight-Night Warning to Fabio Wardley for June 7 Showdown
    At Portman Road, Ipswich on June 7, Justis Huni vs Fabio Wardley will headline a Queensberry Promotions card in association with Matchroom Boxing, Tasman Fighters and Goldstar. They will top an impressive undercard that will be shown live on DAZN worldwide. Both fighters and their respective teams have met at a launch press conference for the fight, where Huni issued a stern warning to Wardley ahe...2025
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  • Eddie Hearn: ‘Very Unusual for Frank to Make a Mistake Like This’
    • Eddie Hearn: ‘Very Unusual for Frank to Make a Mistake Like This’
    On June 7 at Portman Road, Ipswich, Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni will headline a Queensberry Promotions card in association with Matchroom Boxing, Tasman Fighters and Goldstar. The entire card will be shown live on DAZN worldwide. Ahead of this heavyweight clash, both fighters and their respective teams met at a launch press conference where Eddie Hearn revealed his surprise at the fight being mad...2025
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  • George Kambosos Jr. Overcomes Late Jake Wyllie Rally, Returns to Winning Ways
    • George Kambosos Jr. Overcomes Late Jake Wyllie Rally, Returns to Winning Ways
    George Kambosos Jr. (22-3, 10 KOs) had to overcome a late rally from Jake Wyllie (16-2, 15 KOs, 1 NC), but ultimately prevailed via unanimous decision. Scores were 117-111 (x2) and 115-113. With the win, Kambosos returns to winning ways. His last fight, which took place in May last year, saw him lose to Vasyl Lomachenko via technical knockout in a bout for the IBF lightweight title. Against Wyllie...2025
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  • George Kambosos Jr. vs. Jake Wyllie: Press Conference Quotes and Fight Prediction
    • George Kambosos Jr. vs. Jake Wyllie: Press Conference Quotes and Fight Prediction
    George Kambosos Jr. (21-3, 10 KOs) and Jake Wyllie (16-1, 15 KOs, 1 NC) will soon face each other in a super lightweight clash. Their bout headlines a co-promotion between Matchroom Boxing and DiBella Entertainment – done in association with Tasman Fighters – at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia. Boxing fans around the world can catch the action live on DAZN. Originally, Kambos...2025
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  • Jai Opetaia vs. David Nyika Ends in Brutal Knockout
    • Jai Opetaia vs. David Nyika Ends in Brutal Knockout
    Jai Opetaia (27-0, 21 KOs) remains a cruiserweight world champion after blasting out David Nyika (10-1, 9 KOs) in four rounds. The time of stoppage was 2:17. With the win, Opetaia remains the IBF cruiserweight champion. He won the belt with a unanimous decision win over Mairis Briedis in May last year. Originally, Opetaia was to face Hüseyin Cinkara on January 8. However, a broken ankle to the Ger...2025
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  • Jai Opetaia vs. David Nyika: Press Conference Quotes and Fight Prediction
    • Jai Opetaia vs. David Nyika: Press Conference Quotes and Fight Prediction
    It will not be long before Jai Opetaia (26-0, 20 KOs) faces David Nyika (10-0, 9 KOs) to defend his world cruiserweight title. The two men headline a Tasman Fighters, Matchroom Boxing and Goldstar Promotion card at the Gold Coast Convention Centre in Broadbeach, Australia. Boxing fans around the world can catch the action live on DAZN. Those in Australia and New Zealand can also watch with DAZN bu...2025
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  • • Paris Olympian Teremoana signs with Matchroom
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  • Tasman Fighters sign Jai Opetaia to Matchroom Boxing, strike deal with DAZN
    • Tasman Fighters sign Jai Opetaia to Matchroom Boxing, strike deal with DAZN
    It has been a busy week for Australian promotional outfit Tasman Fighters, who have struck a new broadcast deal with global sports streaming service DAZN and inked a co-promotional agreement between The Ring’s cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia (22-0, 17 KOs) and Matchroom Boxing. Opetaia has not fought since claiming The Ring and IBF cruiserweight titles […] The post Tasman Fighters s...2023
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  • 20 Days After Allegations, Joseph Parker Backs Jai Opetaia
    • 20 Days After Allegations, Joseph Parker Backs Jai Opetaia
    Joseph Parker reappeared publicly this week to support Jai Opetaia after 20 days of speculation. Parker stood alongside Opetaia in the Tasman Fighters Gym ahead of the IBF cruiserweight champion‘s defense against Huseyin Cinkara on December 6 at the Gold Coast Convention Centre, Broadbeach. The former world heavyweight titleholder’s re-emergence comes almost three weeks after…...2025
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