Boxing Fans Anticipate Heavyweight-Caliber Power in Riakporhe vs. Billam-Smith Title Clash
As the boxing world gears up for a tantalizing cruiserweight title showdown, fellow British fighter Dan Azeez has stoked the flames of excitement by drawing comparisons between Richard Riakporhe’s punching power and that of heavyweight legend Deontay Wilder.
Riakporhe’s Formidable Power Poses a Threat to Billam-Smith’s Title
On Saturday, Riakporhe will challenge WBO cruiserweight champion Chris Billam-Smith at the iconic Selhurst Park in Crystal Palace. Azeez, who is set to fight on the undercard, has previously sparred with both men and believes Riakporhe’s formidable knockout ability could pose a significant threat to Billam-Smith’s title reign.
“Richard Riakporhe’s one of the hardest punchers I’ve been in there with, and that was in the amateurs – forget about now,” Azeez remarked. “He’s got that [Deontay] Wilder kind of power.”
The two fighters have a history, with Riakporhe narrowly outpointing Billam-Smith in their 2019 clash. While Billam-Smith has since improved and gained more experience, Azeez acknowledged the potential impact of Riakporhe’s fearsome power.
“But it could be a hindrance to Chris Billam-Smith, because he’s had tough fights – even his last fight, he stopped the guy [Mateusz Masternak]. But they were tough fights, and they wear you down,” Azeez explained.
An Eagerly Anticipated Cruiserweight Showdown
With both men’s reputations on the line, the upcoming boxing match promises to be a captivating affair for boxing enthusiasts. Azeez, who will also feature on the undercard, is eagerly anticipating the main event and expressed his desire to be on the television slot to closely observe the highly anticipated clash of the cruiserweights.
As the boxing world eagerly awaits the showdown between Riakporhe and Billam-Smith, the buzz surrounding Riakporhe’s “Deontay Wilder kind of power” has undoubtedly added an extra layer of excitement to the proceedings.
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