10 years in the making – Billam-Smith’s revenge mission
According to BBC Sport, British boxer Chris Billam-Smith has the opportunity to avenge his 2016 National Championships final defeat to Cheavon Clarke during their bout at London's Copper Box Arena this Saturday as part of Zuffa Boxing 12. The 36-year-old Billam-Smith, who became cruiserweight world champion in 2023 after winning British and European titles, views the fight as a chance to prove his progress over the last decade. He also addressed the possibility of facing WBA 'regular' champion Jai Opetaia, though he noted that the potential bout remains uncertain as Opetaia moves up to heavyweight to face Deontay Wilder in December.