EPISODE · Sep 14, 2026 · 26 MIN
Jai Opetaia STOPS Mikaelian! Benavidez NEXT? | Billy Dib Reacts to Garcia-Benn
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🥊Jai Opetaia made a huge statement in Las Vegas — and former world champion Billy Dib joins Raw Sport to break down what it means for Australian boxing.Opetaia became the first man to stop Noel Mikaelian, forcing the finish in the ninth round after a competitive cruiserweight battle. Moments later, David Benavidez entered the ring and the pair agreed to pursue a blockbuster showdown, potentially setting up one of the biggest fights in world boxing.Billy Dib joins us to break down Jai's performance, the danger Benavidez presents and whether Opetaia is ready to establish himself among boxing's pound-for-pound elite.We also look back at Ryan Garcia's devastating second-round stoppage of Conor Benn. Garcia retained his WBC welterweight title and now has several huge possibilities at 147, with Liam Paro also firmly part of the Australian conversation.On today's show:* Jai Opetaia stops Noel Mikaelian in Round 9* What impressed Billy Dib about Jai's performance?* Mikaelian hurting Opetaia in the seventh — was there cause for concern?* Jai Opetaia vs David Benavidez — who wins?* How big could Opetaia-Benavidez become for Australian boxing?* Ryan Garcia destroys Conor Benn in two rounds* What Garcia's victory means for the welterweight division* Where does Liam Paro fit among the biggest names at 147?* Which Australian fighters are positioned for the biggest opportunities next?👇 Is Jai Opetaia vs David Benavidez the biggest fight Australian boxing can make right now?Let us know who you think wins below.LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and turn on notifications** for Australian boxing news, interviews, analysis and debate from Raw Sport.#JaiOpetaia #DavidBenavidez #BillyDib #RyanGarcia #ConorBenn #LiamParo #AustralianBoxing #BoxingNews #RawSport
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