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Prediction, pick for Chris Billam-Smith vs. Chev Clarke at Zuffa Boxing 12

Prediction, pick for Chris Billam-Smith vs. Chev Clarke at Zuffa Boxing 12

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By: Ryan Wohl

Today in London, England, Zuffa Boxing is hosting an event headlined by Chris Billam-Smith vs. Chev Clarke in a 10-round Cruiserweight bout. This fight headlines today’s Zuffa Boxing 12 event, which airs on Paramount+ and begins with the Main Card at 2:00 p.m. ET. 

Check out my best bet below for Chris Billam-Smith vs. Chev Clarke at tonight’s Zuffa Boxing 12 event.

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Chris Billam-Smith by Decision or Technical Decision (+130)

Billam-Smith, 36, enters this fight with a 22-2 record and 14 wins by knockout. He is currently on a two-fight winning streak, and last beat Ryan Rozicki at Zuffa Boxing 07, his debut for the promotion in June. Billam-Smith is a former WBO Cruiserweight Champion, holding that title from May 2023 to November 2024. Since November 2019, Billam-Smith has gone 13-1 in his previous 14 contests. 

Clarke also made his Zuffa Boxing debut in June, scoring a seventh-round win over Jack Massey on that card in Bournemouth. In his career, Clarke is 12-2 with nine knockouts. From December 2024 to April 2025, Clarke suffered back-to-back losses to Leonardo Mosquea and Viddal Riley. But has successfully bounced back with two straight knockouts. 

On BoxRec, Billam-Smith is ranked No. 4, while Clarke is No. 12 in the Cruiserweight division. Billam-Smith is three inches taller (6’3″ vs. 6’0″), while Clarke has the edge in standing reach (75.5″ vs. 75″). On DraftKings Sportsbook, Billam-Smith is the favorite at -475, with Clarke being a +340 underdog. Billam-Smith is also +130 to win by knockout or decision. 

Clarke has a ton of power but has been inconsistent at times against top-tier opponents. If Billam-Smith can show elite defense, he should be able to break Clarke down throughout the fight. Billam-Smith has more experience and enters with a more well-rounded arsenal. Although Billam-Smith has shown knockout power in the past, two of his last three wins came by decision. Also, six of Billam-Smith’s last 10 wins have come by judges’ decision. 

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Ryan Wohl
Ryan Wohl
Ryan is a University of Arizona graduate and Philadelphia native. Since 2024, he has been a writer for DraftKings Network, primarily covering combat sports. He is a big Philly sports fan and loves to collect sneakers, as well.
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