Dalton Smith vs. Alberto Puello headlines Saturday's boxing card at Utilita Arena in Sheffield, England, with Smith making the first defense of his WBC junior welterweight title.
The undefeated champion returns after his impressive stoppage of Subriel Matías against Puello, a slick former champion looking to reclaim his title.
Check out our predictions and latest boxing odds for Saturday's championship showdown on Oct. 24.
Who will win Dalton Smith vs Alberto Puello: Smith (-200)
Puello is a crafty technician who could make this a difficult fight if he establishes his rhythm early.
However, Smith doesn’t tend to waste punches and fights intelligently. He uses the jab to establish range and throws combinations with purpose rather than trying to overwhelm opponents.
Smith's faster hands, superior activity, and ability to dictate exchanges to carry him through a competitive fight in front of his hometown crowd.
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Dalton Smith vs Alberto Puello best bet: Dalton Smith by Decision or Technical Decision (+110)
Puello is too skilled defensively to expect another spectacular knockout from the new champion.
Smith has too many tools and natural abilities to get hypnotized in this fight, and his activity alone should prevent Puello from comfortably dictating the pace.
Puello should have his moments, but I expect Smith to land the cleaner, more meaningful punches and retain his title on the scorecards.
COVERS INTEL: Puello has gone the distance in all four of his world championship fights, including his lone professional defeat to Subriel Matías.Dalton Smith vs Alberto Puello odds
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|---|---|---|
| Method of Victory | Dalton Smith | Alberto Puello |
| To win outright | -200 | +155 |
| To win by KO/TKO | +350 | +700 |
| To win by points or decision | +110 | +250 |
| Total rounds | Over 10.5 -425 |
Under 10.5 +280 |
Odds as of Oct. 23.
Smith is a -200 favorite, but Smith to win by decision at +110 is my preferred bet and offers considerably better value than his expensive moneyline.
Puello's slick southpaw style and defensive skills should make him difficult to stop, with the Over 10.5 rounds heavily favored at -425.
Dalton Smith vs Alberto Puello tale of the tape
| Dalton Smith | Alberto Puello | |
|---|---|---|
| 29 | Age | 32 |
| 5'9 1/2" | Height | 5'9" |
| Light-Welterweight | Weight Class | Light-Welterweight |
| 69.5" | Reach | 71" |
| 19-0 | Record | 25-1 |
| 14 | Wins by KO | 11 |
Smith is three years younger and brings greater finishing power, with 14 knockouts in 19 victories compared to Puello's 11 in 25 wins.
Puello's southpaw stance and defensive skills could make him difficult to pin down, but Smith's faster hands and activity should help him overcome those challenges and retain his title on the scorecards.
Odds are correct at the time of publishing and are subject to change.
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