Chris Billam-Smith Defends WBO Cruiserweight Title This Saturday

Unbeaten Champion Faces Riakporhe at Crystal Palace

Billam-Smith Looks to Retain Belt After Impressive Victory Over Okolie

Chris Billam-Smith, the newly crowned WBO cruiserweight champion, is set to defend his title for the first time this Saturday against Richard Riakporhe at Crystal Palace's Selhurst Park.

Billam-Smith, who won the belt by defeating Lawrence Okolie in April, has been in impressive form in recent fights. He knocked out previously undefeated Tommy McCarthy in the eighth round of his last bout and has now won 32 of his 33 professional fights.

Riakporhe is a tough challenger, however, and will be looking to upset the champion on home soil. The Londoner has won 14 of his 15 fights and is known for his power and aggression.

The fight is expected to be a close and exciting battle, with both fighters looking to make a statement. Billam-Smith will be determined to retain his belt and continue his impressive run of form, while Riakporhe will be looking to prove that he is a legitimate title contender.