Upcoming Heavyweight Showdown
In an exciting matchup scheduled for March 7, heavyweight boxer Jeamie TKV will face off against Richard Riakporhe at the Royal Albert Hall in London, with TKV’s British heavyweight title on the line. This highly anticipated event will be organized by BOXXER and represents an all-British rivalry within the heavyweight division.
Fighter Profiles
Jeamie TKV, with a record of 9 wins and 2 losses, including 5 knockouts, claimed the British title in November after edging out Frazer Clarke in a split decision in Derby. However, his road to the championship was not without setbacks; TKV previously lost the title in a polarizing match against David Adeleye, where a controversial knockdown in the final round greatly affected the outcome. Referee Ron Kearney intervened during the fight, but this could not prevent Adeleye from landing a decisive left hook shortly after their clinch was broken.
Richard Riakporhe, a former British cruiserweight champion, boasts a record of 19 wins, 1 loss, and 15 knockouts. After a failed bid for the WBO cruiserweight title against Chris Billam-Smith in June 2024, Riakporhe has transitioned up to the heavyweight category, achieving two consecutive victories. His latest win came in spectacular fashion when he stopped undefeated boxer Tommy Welch in the second round during the undercard of the Conor Benn vs. Chris Eubank Jr. rematch.
Matchup Dynamics
Interestingly, while both fighters are promoted by BOXXER, Riakporhe emerged as the opponent of choice for TKV after initial negotiations with Johnny Fisher fell through. TKV and Fisher had intended to face each other on a Matchroom night at the Copper Box in London, but complications arose, particularly regarding BOXXER’s concerns about potential competition with their own promotional events. Ultimately, this led to the solidification of the TKV vs. Riakporhe matchup, which now promises to be a thrilling bout for boxing fans as both competitors look to assert their dominance in the heavyweight ranks.
