Alberto Puello (24-0, 10 KOs) emerged victorious in a closely contested match against Sandor Martín (42-4, 15 KOs), solidifying his status as a champion. The judges’ scorecards revealed a split decision, with one judge favoring Martín 115-113, while the remaining two sided with Puello, scoring the bout 116-112 and 115-113 in his favor. This significant win marks Puello’s first successful defense of the WBC super lightweight world champion title, which he attained after being elevated from interim champion following Devin Haney‘s title vacating.

The thrilling fight took place during the undercard of the much-anticipated Gervonta Davis vs. Lamont Roach event at the renowned Barclays Center in New York City, NY. Fans across the globe had the opportunity to witness the action through a pay-per-view (PPV) broadcast available on both Prime Video and PPV.com, ensuring that the excitement reached a wide audience.

Exciting Split Decision Victory for Alberto Puello Against Sandor Martín

In-Depth Fight Recap: Alberto Puello vs. Sandor Martín

The opening round featured both boxers demonstrating their intent to dominate, yet their initial attempts at landing significant punches were met with resistance. As the fight progressed, both fighters began to find their rhythm and improve their accuracy. Martín took the initiative for much of the match, often pressing the action, although he strategically retreated at times. His body punches were notably effective, showcasing his tactical prowess in the ring.

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While Puello showcased his ability to land powerful left hands throughout the bout, he faced challenges in overcoming his opponent’s defensive strategies. As the fight entered its later rounds, the intensity increased, leading to more engaging exchanges and a significant amount of clinching. Puello eventually found success at range, increasing his work rate as the rounds progressed. Ultimately, two judges recognized Puello’s superior performance over the twelve rounds, awarding him a hard-fought decision victory.

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Comprehensive Results from the Undercard Fights

Key Highlights from the PPV Undercard Matches

In a notable match on the PPV undercard, Yoenis Téllez (10-0, 7 KOs) secured a unanimous decision victory over Julian Williams (29-5-1, 17 KOs, 1 NC). The judges scored the intense 12-round super welterweight bout 119-109, 118-110, and 117-111, showcasing Téllez’s dominance in the ring.

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Exciting Undercard Highlights Available on YouTube

During a segment of the event that was streamed on YouTube, Johan González (36-4, 34 KOs) achieved a split decision victory against Jarrett Hurd (25-4-1, 17 KOs) in a thrilling 10-round middleweight clash. The judges’ scorecards reflected a close contest, with one judge scoring it 96-94 in favor of Hurd, while the other two favored González with scores of 98-92 and 96-94. Following the bout, Hurd announced his retirement, adding an emotional layer to the event.

David Whitmire (9-0, 6 KOs) also left his mark on the card by winning a unanimous decision against Ángel Muñoz (7-1, 5 KOs). The scores for this six-round welterweight clash were a unanimous 60-54 across all judges. Furthermore, Deric Davis (6-0, 6 KOs) achieved an impressive first-round technical knockout against Jamal Johnson (2-1, 1 KO). The official time of stoppage was 1:56, as Johnson was knocked down twice in quick succession from a series of powerful hooks and uppercuts, prompting referee Ricky Gonzalez to intervene and end the match to protect Johnson.

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Results from the Untelevised Undercard Fights

In the untelevised portion of the event, Dwyke Flemmings Jr. (10-0, 9 KOs) claimed a unanimous decision win against Florent Dervis (10-3, 5 KOs). The judges scored this six-round super welterweight bout 60-53, reflecting Flemmings’s commanding performance. Additionally, Cristian Cangelosi (10-0, 5 KOs) secured a unanimous decision against Jarrod Tennant (9-4, 4 KOs) in an eight-round super welterweight battle, adding to the excitement of the event.