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The International Boxing Federation (IBF) has withdrawn sanction of the optional defense of the IBF Cruiserweight Title between champion Jai Opetaia and #15 ranked contender Brandon Glanton scheduled for March 8, 2026. The initial sanction followed discussions that began on February 11, when IBF President Daryl Peoples, after learning about the contest on social media, reminded Opetaia’s representatives of IBF Rule 5. governing champions and unification bouts.  After continued dialogue,…