On June 15, 2024, Chris Billam-Smith defeated Richard Riakporhe by unanimous decision in a 12-round cruiserweight world title bout for the WBO championship at Selhurst Park in London, England. Billam-Smith delivered a disciplined performance, using his jab, pressure, and cleaner work to control the fight, while neutralizing Riakporhe’s power and holding tactics to retain his title on the scorecards (116–111, 115–112, 115–112). #boxing #fight #ukboxing #chrisbilliamsmith #billamsmith #richardriakporhe