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Tony Bellew Delivers Honest Verdict On Dalton Smith vs Shakur Stevenson

Tony Bellew has given his view on Dalton Smith stepping up to take on Shakur Stevenson. Smith took his record to 20 wins from 20 fights last weekend as he beat Alberto Puello to retain the WBC light-welterweight belt. The…

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 11:13 AM
Tony Bellew Delivers Honest Verdict On Dalton Smith vs Shakur Stevenson
Key Things to Know
  • Tony Bellew believes a potential fight between Dalton Smith and Shakur Stevenson needs more time to build.
  • Bellew questioned whether there is currently sufficient public interest to stage the matchup immediately.
  • Dalton Smith moved to 20-0 after retaining his WBC light-welterweight belt against Alberto Puello by split decision.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former world champion Tony Bellew believes a potential matchup between Dalton Smith and Shakur Stevenson needs more time to build. Speaking to DAZN Boxing, Bellew questioned whether there is currently enough public interest in the contest, suggesting both fighters should remain on a collision course before eventually meeting in the ring.

Smith recently extended his unbeaten professional record to 20-0 after securing a narrow split-decision victory over Alberto Puello to retain his WBC light-welterweight title. Meanwhile, Stevenson has parted ways with Zuffa Boxing and is actively campaigning across the 135-pound and 140-pound divisions.

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