Jai Opetaia on becoming World Champ, Chasing Unification & fighting Oleksandr Usyk

Jai Opetaia is an undefeated Australian boxer, who holds the IBF cruiserweight world title. We spoke about his climb to the top, what drives him in the ring, his passions outside of boxing, the importance of family, his thoughts on Riyadh Season, and so much more. It was a real privilege to sit down with one of the most electrifying boxing prospects Australia’s ever produced. General Admission tickets for Return To Paradise OPETAIA vs SQUEO 13 May, Gold Coast exhibition centre, are on sale 12pm QLD Time 27 March. For ticket purchases click this link: https://events.tasmanfighters.com/ Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram https://bit.ly/2TiyQtJ Follow Mark Bouris on Twitter   / markbouris   Got a question or comment for Mark? Send an email to [email protected] Head of Production: Jonah Mclachlan Head of Content: Sam Morgan Timestamps 0:00 – Joe's Boxing Journey and Early Life 1:15 – Pronunciation and Cultural Background 3:32 – Training and Adapting to Different Opponents 9:24 – Mindset and Upcoming Fights 15:18 – Balancing Training and Personal Life 18:46 – Humility and Faith 25:37 – Family and Support System 26:25 – The Business of Boxing 37:09 – Future Goals and Aspirations 38:41 – Personal Interests and Inspirations