Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez vs Chris Billam-Smith summary online, round by round, stats and highlights Riyadh Season Latino Night
Gilberto Ramirez comprehensively beats Chris Billam-Smith to unify WBA and WBO cruiserweight titles
Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez delivered a commanding performance to defeat Chris Billam-Smith and unify the WBA and WBO cruiserweight titles in Riyadh. From the opening bell, Ramirez used his sharp timing and fluid movement to dictate the pace, finding his mark with precision and gradually breaking down Billam-Smith’s determined defense. The scorecards read 116-112, 116-112, and 116-113, capturing the Mexican fighter’s dominance and his ability to control the exchanges from a distance.
For Billam-Smith, who entered the bout riding high on a recent string of victories – including a win over Richard Riakporhe – this loss marks a major setback. The Bournemouth native fought valiantly, often charging forward and trading heavy shots with Ramirez during the later rounds. Despite his relentless efforts to close the gap, Ramirez’s skill and composure consistently won the exchanges. By the end, it was clear the Mexican champion’s strategic approach and superior footwork had prevailed.
With this victory, Ramirez extends his record to 47-1, with his sole loss coming against Dmitry Bivol at light heavyweight in 2022. His move up to cruiserweight has been nothing short of impressive, previously dethroning Arsen Goulamirian to claim the WBA title before tonight’s unification feat. As the dust settles, talk of a future clash with IBF champion Jai Opetaia starts to swirl, potentially setting up another high-profile bout in the division.
For now, Ramirez stands as the division’s leading man, while Billam-Smith, who saw his record slip to 20-2, must regroup if he wishes to challenge for championship gold again. The fight underscored the depth of talent in the cruiserweight ranks and the enduring appeal of boxing’s big-stage drama.
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