Boxing · October 14, 2026
Report: Wilder–Opetaia talks advance, but no contract is signed.
MMA Mania reports that Dan Rafael says an offer has been accepted in talks for Deontay Wilder to face Jai Opetaia, potentially on the December Fury–Joshua card. Rafael stressed that there is no signed contract. Opetaia would move up to heavyweight, while Wilder's team is also considering Murat Gassiev; neither matchup is confirmed.
Source: MMA Mania
