Chev Clarke beats Chris Billam-Smith by TKO in round 7 at Zuffa Boxing 12
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Chev Clarke stopped Chris Billam-Smith by seventh-round TKO at Zuffa Boxing 12, handing the former champion his third career defeat. The Jamaican cruiserweight forced the stoppage at one minute and twenty-four seconds of the seventh, claiming the most significant victory of his professional run.
How it ended
The finish came in the seventh round when Clarke forced the referee to intervene at the 1:24 mark. Billam-Smith, unable to mount an effective response, saw the contest waved off as Clarke secured his first stoppage victory in professional boxing. The scheduled ten-rounder never reached the halfway point.
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Updated records
- Chris Billam-Smith — 23-3
- Chev Clarke — 14-2 (1 KO)
What's next
Clarke moves to 14-2 with his first knockout win, positioning himself as a rising threat in the cruiserweight division. Billam-Smith drops to 23-3 and faces questions about his path forward after the stoppage loss. Both men will reassess their standing in a competitive weight class where momentum shifts quickly.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Chris Billam-Smith vs Chev Clarke?
Chev Clarke defeated Chris Billam-Smith by TKO in round 7 at Zuffa Boxing 12.
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How did Chris Billam-Smith vs Chev Clarke end?
The fight ended by TKO in round 7 at 1:24.
What's Chev Clarke's record now?
Chev Clarke now stands at 14-2 (1 KO).
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