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The Independent
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Independent
Ex-cruiserweight world champion drops verdict on Jake Paul taking ‘shortcut' towards title shot
Chris Billam-Smith understands why governing bodies have offered Jake Paul a "shortcut" by ranking the American, but the former WBO cruiserweight world champion has called for boxing 's top organisations to 'hold some integrity'. YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul was ranked by the WBA at cruiserweight last month, placing the American at 14th in their ratings following his victory over Julio César Chávez Jr at the end of June. Former WBC super middleweight champion Chávez Jr had only fought once in the four years before his fight with Paul, leading many to question the merit of ranking Paul, whose record now stands at 12-1 (7 KOs). Following backlash on social media and from boxing pundits, the WBA have stated they will review Paul's ranking. Paul's current status as a top 15 boxer makes 'The Problem Child' eligible for a title shot with WBA and WBO champion Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramírez. Billam-Smith, 21-2 (13 KOs), sits at number nine in the WBA rankings and is currently awaiting another world title shot after losing his belt to Ramírez in November 2024. He beat a fellow top 10 cruiserweight contender in the form of Brandon Glanton back in April, but right now things have gone quiet for Billam-Smith. WBC champion Badou Jack has been ordered to rematch Noel Mikaelian, whilst a unification bout between Ramírez and Jai Opetaia looks likely in the near future. Rated at number one with the WBO, third with the IBF, and fourth with the WBC, 'The Gentleman' has found himself waiting in the wings at 200lbs. When asked if Paul's presence in the cruiserweight title picture hindered matchmaking, Billam-Smith told The Independent: 'Yeah - I spoke to certain governing bodies. 'Look, obviously they all want to rank him because the governing bodies get paid sanctioning fees, a percentage of purses. So at the end of the day, professional boxing is a business and I understand everyone's reasons for ranking him, but you have to hold some integrity. 'He has to build, he has to be a decent level cruiserweight before you can rank him in the top 15, which means he can get a title shot. That's my view. I think you need to hold some integrity. 'I understand people aren't going to agree with it, but that is the way the business is. So until the business changes from its roots, from where it is now, to a complete earning-your-right business, then we can't argue that. 'But there's a lot of fundamental changes that would need to happen for that to be the case.' Whilst Billam-Smith does not entirely disagree with ranking Paul, he believes that there has to be enough merit to warrant the American's inclusion in the sanctioning bodies' ratings. 'I have no issue with him getting ranked,' he continued. 'Well, not no issue, but I just understand it. I have no issue with Jake Paul, because he's obviously going to want to maximise everything for him. 'If he can take a shortcut because of his name, and his fanbase, and the money he brings in, credit to him. 'He might not be there on a boxing level, but on a business level, he's done really well. So we've got to respect that. But I think there has to be some merit in ranking him. 'I know the WBO are kind of holding back on ranking him because they can't rank him on (the fact) he beat a career middle/super middleweight, who hasn't boxed in years, in Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. So it's a fine line between that.' Having worked his way up the ranks in Britain to get his own title shot, Billam-Smith is again building towards another world championship fight. Rather than be bitter at Paul or the nature of boxing, the Bournemouth fighter reiterated that he understood why the American would potentially get a shot at a champion. He restarted: 'At the moment, right now, I'd be disappointed in him getting a shot before me. 'Just because of who he's boxed – he hasn't beaten anyone, until he gets even a half-decent win, you can half-understand it and kind of meet in the middle of business and that. 'I understand it – I'm not naive enough. As much as it shouldn't be that way, I understand it is that way. So you can't be too crazy about it. But ideally I get myself a world title, and then he gets a good win under his belt, and then I get the payday! 'But look, that's the way the business is and everyone's out for their own, to do the best for themselves. From the champions' point of view, if they get matched against him, they've earned their right to take that shot. 'So as frustrating as it would be for me, you ask them and look at it from everyone else's point of view, why would they fight me who's a hard fighter, when they could probably have an easier fight for more money? 'In this business, it's very unforgiving. It makes sense.' An Annual Saver subscription is a one-off cost of £119.99 / $224.99 (for 12 months access), that's just 64p / $1.21 per fight. There is also a Monthly Flex Pass option (cancel any time) at £24.99 / $29.99 per month.
Yahoo
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
World cruiserweight champion Ramirez undergoes surgery
World cruiserweight boxing champion Gilberto Ramirez will be sidelined indefinitely after undergoing shoulder surgery for an injury suffered in a victory last month, his promoters announced on Sunday. The 34-year-old Mexican southpaw underwent a successful operation on Saturday, Golden Boy Promotions said without disclosing which shoulder went under the knife. The injury came in a unanimous 12-round decision over Cuban Yuniel Dorticos, a former world champion, on June 28 at Anaheim. "After getting three medical opinions and a lot of thinking, I've decided to undergo my shoulder surgery," Ramirez said in a statement. "I've been dealing with this injury since my last fight and pushing through it just isn't the smart move for my health or my career. Surgery isn't something any fighter wants to hear, but this is the right call to make sure I heal properly and come back at 100 percent. "I'll be out of the ring healing until I'm cleared by my medical team, but I'm already locked in on therapy and the road back. "I'll be back stronger, sharper and hungrier than ever." Ramirez, 47-1 with 30 knockouts, took the World Boxing Association crown in March 2024 by unanimous decision over Armenian-born Frenchman Arsen Goulamirian. He then won the World Boxing Organization cruiserweight title last November in Saudi Arabia by unanimous decision over England's Chris Billam-Smith. js/bsp
Economic Times
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Economic Times
Gilberto Ramirez next fight: World cruiserweight champion undergoes surgery. When will he return?
Live Events Gilberto Ramirez Stats, Record FAQs (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel World cruiserweight boxing champion Gilberto Ramirez will be sidelined indefinitely after undergoing shoulder surgery for an injury suffered in a victory last month, his promoters announced on Sunday. The 34-year-old Mexican southpaw underwent a successful operation on Saturday, Golden Boy Promotions said without disclosing which shoulder went under the knife. The injury came in a unanimous 12-round decision over Cuban Yuniel Dorticos, a former world champion, on June 28 at Anaheim."After getting three medical opinions and a lot of thinking, I've decided to undergo my shoulder surgery," Ramirez said in a statement."I've been dealing with this injury since my last fight and pushing through it just isn't the smart move for my health or my career. Surgery isn't something any fighter wants to hear, but this is the right call to make sure I heal properly and come back at 100 percent."I'll be out of the ring healing until I'm cleared by my medical team, but I'm already locked in on therapy and the road back."I'll be back stronger, sharper and hungrier than ever."Ramirez, 47-1 with 30 knockouts, took the World Boxing Association crown in March 2024 by unanimous decision over Armenian-born Frenchman Arsen then won the World Boxing Organization cruiserweight title last November in Saudi Arabia by unanimous decision over England's Chris Billam-Smith.A1. World cruiserweight boxing champion Gilberto Ramirez is 34-year-old.A2. World cruiserweight boxing champion Gilberto Ramirez has 47-1 with 30 knockouts.
Time of India
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Gilberto Ramirez next fight: World cruiserweight champion undergoes surgery. When will he return?
World cruiserweight boxing champion Gilberto Ramirez will be sidelined indefinitely after undergoing shoulder surgery for an injury suffered in a victory last month, his promoters announced on Sunday. The 34-year-old Mexican southpaw underwent a successful operation on Saturday, Golden Boy Promotions said without disclosing which shoulder went under the knife. The injury came in a unanimous 12-round decision over Cuban Yuniel Dorticos, a former world champion, on June 28 at Anaheim. Gilberto Ramirez Statement after Surgery Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category "After getting three medical opinions and a lot of thinking, I've decided to undergo my shoulder surgery," Ramirez said in a statement. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Indonesia: New Container Houses (Prices May Surprise You) Container House | Search ads Search Now Undo "I've been dealing with this injury since my last fight and pushing through it just isn't the smart move for my health or my career. Surgery isn't something any fighter wants to hear, but this is the right call to make sure I heal properly and come back at 100 percent. "I'll be out of the ring healing until I'm cleared by my medical team, but I'm already locked in on therapy and the road back. Live Events "I'll be back stronger, sharper and hungrier than ever." Gilberto Ramirez Stats, Record Ramirez, 47-1 with 30 knockouts, took the World Boxing Association crown in March 2024 by unanimous decision over Armenian-born Frenchman Arsen Goulamirian. He then won the World Boxing Organization cruiserweight title last November in Saudi Arabia by unanimous decision over England's Chris Billam-Smith. FAQs Q1. What is age Gilberto Ramirez? A1. World cruiserweight boxing champion Gilberto Ramirez is 34-year-old. Q2. What are stats of Gilberto Ramirez? A2. World cruiserweight boxing champion Gilberto Ramirez has 47-1 with 30 knockouts.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
'I'll knock him out easy': Gilberto Ramirez warns Jake Paul that YouTube fame means nothing in real boxing
'I'll knock him out easy': Gilberto Ramirez warns Jake Paul that YouTube fame means nothing in real boxing (Image Via Getty) On July 8, 2025, professional boxer Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez gave a big update. Speaking to TMZ Sports, he said that if Jake Paul wants to fight him for the cruiserweight world title, he's open to the idea. But he warned that Jake Paul has no chance of beating him. The comment was made just days after Paul defeated a former champion, which sparked talks of a title fight. Fans are now excited, but Gilberto Ramirez isn't worried. He made one thing clear, he's not afraid to defend his title. What Gilberto Ramirez said about Jake Paul possibly fighting for his title Gilberto Ramirez, who is the WBA cruiserweight champion, said on Tuesday, July 8, that he's okay if Jake Paul wants to step in the ring. Ramirez said, 'If the money's right, let's do it. Easy fight, easy money.' He spoke from Toronto, where he is presently training. With thirty knockouts, Gilberto Ramirez has only one loss and forty-eight victories in professional boxing. He has years of ring experience. Starting boxing only a few years ago, Jake Paul just defeated Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in Anaheim, California, on June 28. Jake Paul's victory improved his rating and qualified him for a title shot, placing him among the top 15 WBA candidates. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Our one of a kind Patented Cold Water Extraction Process Superior Ginseng Undo But Gilberto Ramirez isn't impressed. He called Jake a good entertainer, but not a real boxing threat. Also Read: Jake Paul Breaks Into WBA Top 15 And Sets Sights On World Title Fight Against Gilberto Ramirez Jake Paul wants the title but it won't be easy Jake Paul, age 28, is chasing big names in boxing. After beating Chavez Jr., he quickly challenged Gilberto Ramirez. He said, 'Zurdo looked slow. I'll knock him out easy.' His win was clear, he won 10 out of 12 rounds by unanimous decision. That gave him the confidence to go after a world title. But Gilberto Ramirez doesn't think Jake Paul has the skills. 'He talks a lot,' Ramirez said, 'but I'm not Chavez Jr. I'm a real champion.' Though negotiations are still online, the two have not yet agreed on any battle contract. Should this battle come to pass, it might be among the most-watched events of the year. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
