WBO cruiserweight champion Chris Billam-Smith finally gets his chance to get revenge on Richard Riakporhe later this year.
The two domestic rivals will meet in what is a huge fight at Selhurst Park, the home of Crystal Palace in what is a venture into enemy territory for Billam-Smith.
Billam-Smith and Riakporhe first met in the professional ranks back in 2019, and it was Riakporhe who emerged victorious with a split decision and inflicted the first defeat of Billam-Smith's career.
But will it be repeat or revenge when the two rivals meet in an eagerly anticipated rematch?
Here's everything you need to know ahead of Billam-Smith vs. Riakporhe.
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Billam-Smith vs. Riakporhe fight date, start time
- Date: Saturday, June 15
- Time: 7 p.m. UK / 2 p.m. ET
- Main event ringwalks (approx): 10 p.m. UK / 5 p.m. ET
The event will begin at 7 p.m. UK / 2 p.m. ET with the Billam-Smith vs. Riakporhe ringwalks scheduled for 10 p.m. UK / 5 p.m. ET. These timings are subject to change.
What channel/stream is Billam-Smith vs. Riakporhe?
- U.S.: Peacock
- UK: Sky Sports
Fans in the U.S. can stream the fight on Peacock (click here for more information), while Sky Sports will broadcast the fight in the UK.
Where is the Billam-Smith vs. Riakporhe fight?
The fight will take place at Selhurst Park in London, England.
Ticket information for Billam-Smith vs. Riakporhe
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Chris Billam-Smith record and bio
- Nationality: British
- Date of birth: August 2, 1990
- Height: 6' 3"
- Reach: N/A
- Total fights: 20
- Record: 19-1 (13 KOs)
Richard Riakporhe record and bio
- Nationality: British
- Date of birth: January 5, 1990
- Height: 6' 5"
- Reach: 77"
- Total fights: 17
- Record: 17-0 (13 KOs)
Billam-Smith vs. Richard Riakporhe fight card
- Chris Billam-Smith vs. Richard Riakporhe; For Billam-Smith's WBO cruiserweight title