Dalton Smith Prepares to Defend Title Against Alberto Puello

Dalton Smith, a British boxer, is scheduled to defend his WBC light-welterweight title against Alberto Puello from the Dominican Republic on Saturday. This match follows Smith's impressive victory over Subriel Matias in January.

Former cruiserweight world champion Tony Bellew has expressed that a fight against Adam Azim at Hillsborough could significantly boost Smith's recognition in the sport. Bellew believes that while Smith is an exceptional fighter, he needs a notable rival to elevate his status to that of a household name.

Bellew acknowledged Smith's technical skills and his undefeated record of 19 professional bouts, with 14 wins by stoppage. He emphasized the importance of Smith focusing on his upcoming fight against Puello, who is known for his strong work rate and resilience. Bellew hopes that after successfully defending his title, Smith can pursue a rivalry with Azim, which could lead to a thrilling unification bout.