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Richard Riakporhe

RICHARD RIAKPORHE

"The Midnight Train"

CruiserweightBritishOrthodoxBBBofC Licensed

17

Wins

1

Losses

0

Draws

13

KOs

94.4

Win Rate

76.5

KO Rate

6'2" (188cm)

Height

78" (198cm)

Reach

28 Nov 1989

Born (Age 36)

Biography

Richard Riakporhe is a British boxer from Walworth, South London. A devastating puncher who has moved up to heavyweight, he is set to challenge Jeamie Tshikeva for the British heavyweight title in April 2026 on the Fury-Makhmudov undercard at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Tale of the Tape Card

Quick Facts

Total Fights18
DivisionCruiserweight
StanceOrthodox
NationalityBritish

Win Distribution

KO/TKO13
Decision4

Career Timeline

Pro Debut08 Jul 2017

Professional Debut

Riakporhe turned professional with a dominant stoppage victory in South London.

London
First Title13 Jul 2019

British Cruiserweight Title

Won the British Cruiserweight title, cementing his status as a top domestic force.

The O2, London
Major Win15 Jun 2024KEY MOMENT

Defeated Chris Billam-Smith

Scored a significant victory over Chris Billam-Smith to claim the WBO cruiserweight title.

vs Chris Billam-SmithSelhurst Park, London

Fight History

4 bouts on record
11 Apr 2026
Upcoming
vs Jeamie Tshikeva
Title
15 Jun 2024
Win
vs Chris Billam-SmithUD 12 Rounds
Title
21 Jan 2023
Win
vs Olanrewaju DurodolaKO Round 2
29 Jan 2022
Win
vs Deion JumahKO Round 1

Fight Videos

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