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Dalton Smith aims to defend title at Hillsborough after October matchup

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 1:15 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Dalton Smith aims to defend title at Hillsborough after October matchup
Summary

Dalton Smith will defend his WBC light-welterweight title against Alberto Puello at Sheffield's Utilita Arena on October 24. Smith, who remains unbeaten in 19 fights, expressed excitement about a potential title defense at Sheffield Wednesday's Hillsborough stadium next year, calling it the "cherry on the cake." The fight was initially scheduled for June but postponed due to an injury. Smith aims to maintain his focus on Puello, a former WBA title holder with one career loss.

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  • •Dalton Smith defends title against Alberto Puello on October 24.
  • •Smith won title in January, stopping Subriel Matias.
  • •The fight was postponed from June due to Smith's injury.
  • •Smith has a professional record of 19 wins, 14 by knockout.
  • •Puello intends to dethrone Smith in his hometown.
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  • 1:15 PMYahoo Sports — Champion Smith dreaming of Hillsborough homecoming
  • 1:15 PMBBC Sport — Champion Smith dreams of Hillsborough after homecoming
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World champion Dalton Smith says fighting at Sheffield Wednesday's Hillsborough next year would be the "cherry on the cake".

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World champion Dalton Smith says fighting at Sheffield Wednesday's Hillsborough next year would be the "cherry on the cake".

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