Opetaia-Ramirez, partly on account of it being for the IBF, WBA and WBO titles, represents the most appealing match-up in the cruiserweight division, but “Zurdo” Ramirez long being a Golden Boy Promotions fighter means that he has consistently fought on DAZN. Given that Opetaia’s promoters Tasman Fighters expect their agreement with Stan to last a minimum of 12 months, it could yet prove challenging for the wider picture required for them to fight to be agreed. Tasman Fighters’ Mick Francis was also previously resigned to the peak years of his leading fighter’s career taking place beyond Australia; it ultimately remains unclear whether the association with Stan will change that in any way.
