Opetaia Fight Night, IBF Belt Drama, Mayweather's SHOCK Comeback & Golden Boy BEATS Vergil Ortiz in Court

Opetaia Fight Night, IBF Belt Drama, Mayweather's SHOCK Comeback & Golden Boy BEATS Vergil Ortiz in Court

From Ringside Reporter by Ringside Reporter

March 8, 2026 · 1h 0m · Season 5 · Episode 576

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The episode covers the latest developments in boxing, including fight previews and legal issues involving fighters and promotions.

The boxing world is heating up and Ringside Reporter is breaking it all down! Tonight in Las Vegas, Jai Opetaia returns to the ring as he faces Brandon Glanton in a high-stakes cruiserweight showdown live on Paramount+. Opetaia has been on a tear at cruiserweight, but Glanton is looking to derail the champion and shake up the division. But that's not the only drama in boxing this week. We also break down a major legal ruling as a judge sides with Golden Boy Promotions in the ongoing dispute involving Vergil Ortiz. What does this mean for Ortiz's future and his promotional status? Plus, a shocking headline: Floyd Mayweather is reportedly set to face legendary Greek kickboxer Mike Zambidis in a crossover bout that has fans buzzing. Also on this episode: 🥊 Edgar Berlanga vs Chris Eubank Jr fight talks heating up 🥊 Fury vs Makhmudov undercard begins to take shape 🥊 Mario Barrios moving up to the 154 lb division 🥊 Heavyweight star Tom Aspinall signs with Eddie Hearn 🥊 Jake Paul's MVP Promotions lands a deal with ESPN 🥊 Luke Thomas and Mike Coppinger go at it online 🥊 The rumored UFC White House card lineup is revealed And of course we preview tonight's fights: Paramount+ – Las…

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