Best fights of Chris Billam-Smith
Over 9 years as a professional, Chris Billam-Smith has compiled a 22-2 (14) record, including twelve title fights. Here are his best fights.
1. Chris Billam-Smith defeats Lawrence Okolie
On May 27, 2023 Chris Billam-Smith fought Lawrence Okolie for the WBO cruiserweight title. Billam-Smith was 32 years old with a record of 17-1, and Okolie was 30 with a record of 19-0. Billam-Smith was on a 8-fight winning streak and Okolie was on an undefeated 19-fight winning streak. Billam-Smith won via majority decision. Crowned the new cruiserweight champion.
2. Chris Billam-Smith defeats Richard Riakporhe in their 2nd fight
On June 15, 2024 Chris Billam-Smith defended his WBO cruiserweight title against Richard Riakporhe. It was their second meeting. Billam-Smith was 33 years old with a record of 19-1, and Riakporhe was 34 with a record of 17-0. Billam-Smith was on a 10-fight winning streak and Riakporhe was on an undefeated 17-fight winning streak. Billam-Smith won via unanimous decision. Defended the title.
3. Chris Billam-Smith stops Mateusz Masternak
On December 10, 2023 Chris Billam-Smith defended his WBO cruiserweight title against Mateusz Masternak. Billam-Smith was 33 years old with a record of 18-1, and Masternak was 36 with a record of 47-5. Billam-Smith was on a 9-fight winning streak and Masternak was on a 6-fight winning streak. Billam-Smith stopped Mateusz Masternak via retirement in the 8th round. Defended the title.
4. Chris Billam-Smith loses to Gilberto Ramírez via unanimous decision
On November 16, 2024 Chris Billam-Smith, the WBO cruiserweight champion, met Gilberto Ramírez, the WBA (Super) cruiserweight champion, in a title unification fight. Billam-Smith was 34 years old with a record of 20-1, and Ramírez was 33 with a record of 46-1. Billam-Smith was on a 11-fight winning streak and Ramírez was on a 2-fight winning streak. Billam-Smith lost via unanimous decision. Lost the title in unification. Went the distance with Ramírez.