Dalton Smith edges Alberto Puello by split decision to retain WBC title

Dalton Smith defended his WBC light-welterweight title on Saturday with a split-decision win over mandatory challenger Alberto Puello in Sheffield.

• Dalton Smith retained his WBC light-welterweight title by split decision over mandatory challenger Alberto Puello at the Utilita Arena.
• Two judges scored the bout 115-113 to Smith, while Filipino judge Ray Danseco scored it 116-112 to Puello.
• The contest was Smith's first title defense since stopping Subriel Matias in January, and it extended his unbeaten record to 20 wins.
• Smith was cut above the right eye in the 10th round of the 12-round contest.