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WBC Confirms Alberto Puello as Dalton Smith’s Mandatory After Subriel Matias Upset

WBC president Sulaiman reaffirmed the next challenger for the new WBC junior welterweight champ. Puello lost the 140-pound belt to Matias by a narrow decision in July, but stays next in line. Smith won the title last week by stopping Matias and triggering the mandatory picture. With the WBC now backing Puello’s spot, Smith’s first defense could come quickly.