Chris Billam-Smith vs Riakporhe WBO World Cruiserweight

Chris Billam-Smith is gearing up for the second defense of his WBO cruiserweight title, set to take place on June 15 at Selhurst Park against his old adversary, Richard Riakporhe.
This highly anticipated bout has been on the horizon for several months, with Billam-Smith eager to once again showcase his skills in front of his hometown fans in Bournemouth, where he claimed the championship from Lawrence Okolie last year. However, the venue for the rematch has now shifted to Selhurst Park in London.
The 33-year-old champion and Riakporhe crossed paths as up-and-coming prospects back in 2019, with Riakporhe securing a split decision victory at the O2 Arena. This iconic venue was also considered for hosting the anticipated rematch.
Billam-Smith's inaugural title defense occurred in December at the Bournemouth International Centre, where he delivered an eighth-round retirement victory over the resilient Polish veteran, Mateusz Masternak. Now, with the rematch against Riakporhe on the horizon, Billam-Smith is prepared to once again put his skills to the test and defend his title with determination and vigor.