Joshua Buatsi has outpointed domestic rival Craig Richards in a gruelling encounter to continue his unbeaten run to a world title shot.
'JB' returned to the ring for the first time since defeating Richard Bolotniks last August, with a win for the rising star likely to set up a world-title shot against WBA champion Dmitry Bivol. Richards defeated Marek Matyja late last year to return to winning ways late after falling short against Bivol in his own title charge.
However it was Buatsi that had his hand raised after a gruelling encounter saw the South Londoner handed unanimous decision victory to move one vital step close to a title shot. The 29-year-old was delighted with his display and called for an immediate shot at world glory.
