Billam-Smith Sets Sights on Opetaia After Zuffa Signing

Following his signing with Zuffa Boxing, Chris Billam-Smith has expressed his desire to face Jai Opetaia, aiming to solidify his position as "the best in the world". Billam-Smith, a former WBO cruiserweight world titleholder, is eager to return to the ring after a year-long absence, with his sights set on a showdown with Opetaia, who recently became the inaugural Zuffa world cruiserweight champion. As both fighters are signed under the same promoter, Billam-Smith believes a fight between them is inevitable. "We're two of the biggest names in the cruiserweight division, and we're both signed under the same promoter," he stated. Billam-Smith's multi-fight deal with Zuffa is expected to facilitate high-profile bouts, with a potential clash against Opetaia being a top priority. Having been in a training camp since January, Billam-Smith is eager to announce his next fight soon and is hopeful of securing a bout in the UK, preferably in his hometown of Bournemouth.