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Dalton Smith retains title, eyes unification bout with Shakur Stevenson

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 10:33 PM

Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Dalton Smith retains title, eyes unification bout with Shakur Stevenson

Summary

Dalton Smith defended his WBC Super Lightweight title against Alberto Puello on October 24 in Sheffield, winning by majority decision. The judges scored the bout 115-113 twice for Smith and 116-112 for Puello. Smith's performance allows him to position himself as a potential challenger for WBO and Ring champion Shakur Stevenson. Smith plans for a unification fight potentially next spring at Hillsborough Stadium, where Matchroom Boxing chairman Eddie Hearn confirmed negotiations are underway.

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By the Numbers

•Dalton Smith's record improves to 20-0, 14 KOs.
•Alberto Puello drops to 25-2, 11 KOs after the decision loss.
•Smith aims for a unification fight against Shakur Stevenson.
•Negotiations are in progress for a bout at Hillsborough Stadium.

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What to Know WBC Super Lightweight champion Dalton Smith successfully defended his title in Sheffield by majority decision against former world champion Alberto Puello of the Dominican Republic. Smith is now a potential challenger to WBO and Ring champion Shakur Stevenson. Fans got two thrilling knockout wins from super flyweight contender Shannon Ryan and teenage […]
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