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Tim Bradley doubles down on David Benavidez vs Jai Opetaia prediction: “He destroys fighters”

Tim Bradley believes a matchup between and , the two leading cruiserweights, is much less competitive than most would anticipate it being. While nothing is set in stone, the pair have verbally agreed to collide on Cinco de Mayo weekend…

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 10:58 PM
Tim Bradley doubles down on David Benavidez vs Jai Opetaia prediction: “He destroys fighters”
Key Things to Know
  • Tim Bradley reaffirmed his prediction that David Benavidez would decisively defeat Jai Opetaia.
  • David Benavidez and Jai Opetaia have verbally agreed to fight on Cinco de Mayo weekend in 2027.
  • Benavidez holds the WBO and WBA cruiserweight titles following a stoppage win over Gilberto Ramirez.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Hall of Fame boxer Tim Bradley has reiterated his prediction that David Benavidez would dominate Jai Opetaia in a potential cruiserweight showdown. Benavidez and Opetaia have verbally agreed to fight on Cinco de Mayo weekend in 2027. Bradley told Ring Magazine that Benavidez's offensive firepower would overwhelm the undefeated Australian.

Benavidez previously captured the WBA and WBO cruiserweight titles by stopping Gilberto Ramirez and is expected to face WBC champion Michal Cieslak in December. Meanwhile, Opetaia has been in discussions for a potential heavyweight bout against Deontay Wilder before pursuing the Benavidez clash.

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