Get ready for an explosive night of boxing as the Tyson Fury vs Arslanbek Makhmudov undercard promises to deliver an unforgettable evening! The main event may be stealing the headlines, but this undercard is shaping up to be just as thrilling.
TalkSPORT.com has revealed that a highly anticipated British heavyweight title fight between Jeamie TKV and Richard Riakporhe will be part of the action-packed night on April 11 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. This fight has been a long time coming, and now it's finally here, it's set to be a showstopper.
Initially, this bout was planned to headline a BOXXER event at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall, but now it's going to reach an even wider audience. Millions of viewers will tune in via Netflix, adding an extra layer of excitement to the proceedings.
Jeamie TKV (9-2) earned his shot at the vacant Lonsdale belt with a gutsy split decision victory over Frazer Clarke last November. It was a close call, but TKV's determination and skill prevailed. This win was especially sweet for the 32-year-old, who had previously been controversially stopped by David Adeleye in his first title challenge back in April. Adeleye's left hook in the sixth round sent TKV crashing down, but the referee's intervention and subsequent count added to the controversy. TKV's team appealed, and an immediate rematch was ordered, but Adeleye chose to move on, relinquishing the British title.
Richard Riakporhe (19-1) is aiming to become a two-weight British champion. He previously held the cruiserweight title from 2019 to 2020 and is now looking to make his mark in the heavyweight division. Riakporhe's journey to this point has been an interesting one. After unsuccessfully challenging for the WBO cruiserweight strap against Chris Billam-Smith in June 2024, he decided to move up in weight. 'The Midnight Train' has made a flying start in the heavyweight division, retiring Kevin Nicolas Espindola and then blasting away the previously undefeated Tommy Welch inside two rounds. Riakporhe is on a mission, and he's not going to let anyone stand in his way.
But here's where it gets controversial... Before Riakporhe stepped in, TKV had been in talks to defend his belt against Johnny Fisher in March. Both parties had agreed on terms, but a dispute over the date caused the contest to collapse. A British and Commonwealth middleweight title clash between George Liddard and Tyler Denny has since filled the vacancy at the Copper Box Arena.
So, who will reign supreme in this heavyweight title fight? Will TKV's experience and determination carry him through, or will Riakporhe's momentum and skill prove too much? And this is the part most people miss: the undercard often provides some of the most exciting moments in boxing. Keep an eye on these two fighters as they battle it out for the British heavyweight title.
Are you ready for this thrilling night of boxing? Who do you think will emerge victorious? Share your predictions and thoughts in the comments below! Let's discuss and get hyped for this epic showdown!
