Billam-Smith Targets Opetaia After Signing with Zuffa Boxing
Following the announcement of his multi-fight contract with Zuffa Boxing, former World Boxing Organization (WBO) cruiserweight titleholder Chris Billam-Smith has declared his intention to face Jai Opetaia. The British boxer is now looking towards a significant showdown with the Australian fighter, who himself holds a claim to the cruiserweight division's top honors.
This new partnership with Zuffa Boxing signifies a pivotal moment for Billam-Smith as he charts his course in the competitive world of professional boxing. His immediate focus appears to be on securing a bout against Opetaia, indicating a desire to compete against the division's elite and reclaim world championship status.
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