Richard Riakporhe Stops Jeamie Tshikeva to Claim British Heavyweight Title

London, England, UK - Richard Riakporhe produced a commanding performance to stop Jeamie Tshikeva in the fifth round and capture the British heavyweight championship on the Tyson Fury vs Arslanbek Makhmudov undercard in London.

The former cruiserweight contender controlled the bout from the opening bell before sealing the victory with a decisive finish in Round 5.

Early Control from Riakporhe

Richard Riakporhe established authority immediately, using a firm jab and sharp right uppercuts to back up Jeamie Tshikeva in the opening round.

The challenger’s speed and strength proved difficult for Tshikeva to handle, with clean right hands and body shots landing consistently. By the second round, the champion’s nose was bloodied, as Riakporhe’s jab repeatedly found its mark.

Tshikeva struggled to mount meaningful offense, managing only sporadic success on the inside while being largely dictated by Riakporhe’s measured pressure.

Champion Forced into Survival Mode

The pattern continued into the third round, where Riakporhe’s right uppercut remained his most effective weapon. Tshikeva was reduced to holding and attempting to slow the pace, appearing unsettled by the challenger’s timing and accuracy.

A messy fourth round saw Tshikeva deducted a point for the use of the head, further deepening his deficit on the scorecards. While the action slowed due to frequent clinching, Riakporhe still landed the cleaner and more telling punches.

The Finish

The end came in the fifth round.

Riakporhe dropped Tshikeva with a right hand to the ear, sending the champion to the canvas. Although Tshikeva beat the count, he was unable to recover or re-establish himself in the fight.

Riakporhe pressed forward with heavy punches, forcing the referee to step in and halt the contest.

While the stoppage may have come slightly early, there was little doubt about the direction of the fight, with Riakporhe firmly in control and closing in on the finish.

Statement Win at Heavyweight

With the victory, Riakporhe claims the British heavyweight title and announces himself as a serious presence in the division following his move up from cruiserweight.

For Tshikeva, the loss marks a difficult night after a determined reign as champion, where he had consistently exceeded expectations to reach the top of the domestic scene.