Former World Champion Boxer Liam Smith Charged With GBH in Manchester
Former world champion boxer Liam Smith has been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent following an alleged attack on a night concierge at a luxury Manchester apartment building, police confirmed. The 38-year-old athlete appeared at Manchester Magistrates Court on September 14 and was released on bail ahead of a crown court appearance.
Incident Details at The Blade in Manchester
The charges stem from an incident on September 13 at The Blade, a residential development located on Silvercroft Street in the Deansgate area of Manchester. According to police statements, a night concierge at the property sustained serious facial injuries, including fractures that required surgical intervention. Liam Smith, who hails from Liverpool and held the WBO super welterweight title from 2015 to 2016, was arrested.
Following his initial magistrate court appearance where the charge of GBH with intent was formally entered, Smith was granted bail. He is scheduled to appear at Manchester Crown Court on October 19 to formally enter a plea regarding the allegations.
Impact on Athletic Career and Recent Bout History
Nicknamed “Beefy,” Smith had been scheduled for a comeback bout against local fighter Ilaru Kujala in Finland on September 4. Reports indicate that contest was called off shortly before the fight date after Smith sustained a calf injury.
Smith’s professional record features bouts against top-tier global competition, including Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez. More recently, the Liverpudlian engaged in a rivalry with British fighter Chris Eubank Jr. Smith secured a victory over Eubank in their first meeting in January 2023, before suffering a defeat in the rematch eight months later.
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