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Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing signs former cruiserweight world champion Chris Billam-Smith
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Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing signs former cruiserweight world champion Chris Billam-Smith

April 13, 2026|about 2 hours ago| 1 min read|Source: Boxing News Online| 0 comments

Dana White's Zuffa Boxing has made a significant move, announcing the signing of former cruiserweight world champion Chris Billam-Smith. The Bournemouth fighter, who famously dethroned Lawrence Okolie for the WBO title and made two successful defences, now joins the burgeoning Zuffa Boxing roster. This high-profile acquisition signals Zuffa Boxing's continued intent to make waves in the professional boxing landscape.

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Zuffa Boxing have announced their latest high profile recruit after signing former cruiserweight world champion . Billam-Smith defeated Lawrence Okolie to win the WBO cruiserweight title back in May 2023, before successful defences against Mateusz Masternak and Richard Riakporhe. He lost that belt in a unification clash against WBA champion Gilberto Ramirez, before returning to […] The post Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing signs former cruiserweight world champion Chris Billam-Smith appeared first on Boxing News.

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