Traces of boldenone were found in the body of the former world heavyweight champion Krzysztof Glowacki after the fight with Richard Riakpo. This was reported by talksport.com columnist Michael Benson. According to a British journalist, the Pole's boxing license was suspended for four years after a positive doping test.
In the spring in England, the WBO world heavyweight champion Chris Billam-Smith (19-1, 13 KO) will fight against Richard Riakpo (17-0, 13 KOs). A few weeks ago, Riakpo was recognized as the official challenger for the World Boxing Organization belt.
The return will take place on November 18 at the ring in Wolverhampton Richard Riakpo (16-0, 12 KOs), who occupies high positions in the world rankings in the first heavyweight division. The Briton's opponent will be Dylan Bregeon (13-4-1, 3 KOs).
Scheduled for November 25th, the fight between Richard Riakpo (16-0, 12 KOs) and WBA world heavyweight champion Arsen Gulamiryan (27-0, 18 KOs) will not take place. The Frenchman is in conflict with his promoter and will not return to the ring any time soon.
WBA world heavyweight champion Arsen Ghulamiryan (27-0, 18 KOs) announced the signing of a contract with the promotional organization Boxxer. In November in London, the 35-year-old boxer is due to fight Richard Riakpo (16-0, 12 KOs).