
Dalton Smith Secures Split-Decision Victory Over Alberto Puello in Sheffield
Dalton Smith defended his WBC light-welterweight world title with a split-decision victory over Alberto Puello in Sheffield. The fight took place at the Utilita Arena, where Smith, 29, maintained his unbeaten record, now standing at 20 wins.
The contest was closely contested, with judges scoring it 115-113 in favor of Smith and 116-112 for Puello. This match marked Smith's first title defense after his knockout win against Subriel Matias earlier this year.
Smith's victory keeps alive his ambition to headline events at Hillsborough Stadium and face top contenders like Shakur Stevenson. The atmosphere during the fight was vibrant, with fans celebrating Smith's performance, reminiscent of Sheffield's rich boxing history.
