Chris Billam-Smith calls for Jai Opetaia fight next

Chris Billam-Smith wants Jai Opetaia next. The cruiserweight told Sky Sports he is pushing for the Australian despite talk of Opetaia taking other fights.

“Yeah for sure, I want him [Opateia] next. I know there's been talk of him potentially having other fights as well but I want him next.”

— Chris Billam-Smith, via Sky Sports

What Chris Billam-Smith said

Billam-Smith fights at cruiserweight, the same division Opetaia campaigns in. The Briton's call comes amid uncertainty over Opetaia's immediate plans. Billam-Smith made the demand clear after his latest outing.

What it moves

The statement puts pressure on Opetaia to respond. Whether the Australian accepts or pursues a different opponent will shape the cruiserweight picture in the coming months. Billam-Smith's camp now waits for an answer.

Source: skysports.com. Full Chris Billam-Smith fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.