Richard Riakporhe Supports Jeamie TKV Before British Title Clash
Richard Riakporhe has embraced life at heavyweight. The former cruiserweight carries roughly an extra 30 pounds now. That added mass has increased his punching power while he retains notable speed.
Recent form and mindset
Riakporhe stopped Tommy Welch in the second round last November. He expected the power to be even more destructive and said he worries about causing lasting harm. Before that fight he prayed for his opponent and had a troubling dream about inflicting serious damage.
Speed, timing and sparring
Despite growing power, Riakporhe places greater emphasis on speed and timing. He sparred with super-fast cruiserweight Pat Brown. Those sessions boosted his confidence at heavyweight.
Boxing approach
He prefers to rely on movement and timing, rather than pure force. Riakporhe believes speed can leave opponents effectively disabled.
Training environment
Riakporhe now trains in Scotland under head coach Billy Nelson. He previously trained in Loughborough. The new camp emphasizes an old-school feel and in-ring adjustments.
There is less reliance on video analysis in Scotland. Riakporhe values the ability to adapt on the fly. He says learning to adjust removes complexity from fight preparation.
Upcoming British title clash
Riakporhe will meet Jeamie TKV on the undercard of Tyson Fury vs Arslanbek Makhmudov. The show takes place on April 11 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. The bout is for the British heavyweight title.
TKV won that belt with a split decision over Frazer Clarke in November. Riakporhe previously held the Lonsdale Belt at 200 pounds. A victory would give him two-weight British champion status.
Context and stakes
Riakporhe views Clarke as a strong opponent who faced preparation issues. He expects TKV to be durable and says the contest must be handled with care. At heavyweight, Riakporhe is one win from a major opportunity.
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