Billam-Smith: "The impact of the body blow was immediately noticeable"

Andrew Karlov Dec. 11, 2023, 3:12 a.m.

Mateus Masternak - Chris Billam-Smith. Getty Images

Chris Billam-Smith (19-1, 13 KO) won by technical knockout Mateusha Masternak (47-6, 31 KOs) and defended the WBO heavyweight world title. After the fight in Bournemouth, the Briton assessed his fight against the Pole.

“I spoke about him with great respect before the fight. “I said he would be my toughest opponent and I think he proved it today,” said the Englishman. — To be honest, I made this fight difficult for myself. I was hunting too hard for one hit. The decisive blow to the body was preceded by two left straights, and it was a combination.”

Billam-Smith landed a hard blow to Mastenac's body in the sixth round and continued his attacks in the next round.

“I immediately realized that I had hurt him. My coach also immediately noticed that he had a problem with his left rib, so I hit from the right. The effect was immediately visible,” the Briton concluded.

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