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Okoli and Riakpore challenged each other to a duel

Andrew Karlov Jan. 25, 2023, 6:01 a.m.

At Lawrence Okoli (18-0, 14 KOs) and Richard Riakpore (16-0, 12 KOs) had the opportunity to exchange a few words during a program broadcast on Sky Sports. Both declared their readiness for battle.

“I would like to hear an official call from Richard,” said Okoli. “I want to think during training that if I beat my obligatory opponent, then I will have this fight if none of the champions wants to unite.”

“You know me, Lawrence. I am a warrior. I was born to fight, so let's do this fight. If you are for it, then so am I!” - answered his compatriot Riakpora, who won an early victory over ex-world champion Krzysztof Głowacki last weekend.

Lawrence Okoli, WBO cruiserweight belt holder, will face undefeated David Light (20-0, 12 KOs) in his next fight.

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world boxing Krzysztof Glowacki Lawrence Okolie Richard Riakporhe David Light Richard Riakporhe - Krzysztof Glowacki Lawrence Okolie - David Light
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