Cruiserweight contenders Chris Billam-Smith and Ryan Rozicki will meet in Zuffa Boxing’s first UK show.
Former WBO champion Billam-Smith will be fighting in his home fortress, the Bournemouth International Centre, against the Canadian puncher in an important fight at 200lbs on Saturday, June 6.
Zuffa Boxing, of course, also work with the world’s No. 1 cruiserweight Jai Opetaia, and Billam-Smith has spoken openly of his desire to meet the big-punching Australian.
“I’m coming home,” said Billam-Smith, who won his world title with a career-defining victory over Lawrence Okolie at the town’s soccer stadium. “This is a huge opportunity for me back in front of my amazing supporters. Sky Sports know just how incredible these fight nights are in Bournemouth and this one will be no different. Zuffa Boxing is all about proper fights under the lights and that’s exactly what Rozicki brings to the table.”
Billam-Smith is 35 and has a 21-2 (13 KOs) record. His last bout was a clear win over Brandon Glanton in April 2025.
The 31-year-old Rozicki, 21-1-1 (20 KOs), appreciates that Billam-Smith represents a hard night’s work.
“It’s a tough fight, and that’s exactly what I wanted when I signed with Zuffa Boxing. I know what he brings, and I respect that. But he hasn’t been in there with someone like me. I’m focused on my work, taking it day by day, and I’ll be ready on fight night. The fans are going to get a real fight.”
Rozicki has struggled with inactivity but is the WBC’s No. 1 contender.
The show will be on Paramount+ in the US and Canada.
