Batyr Akhmedov (KASAKHSTAN) vs. Alberto Puello (DOMINICAN) | Boxing Fight Highlights

In Hollywood, Florida, Alberto Puello achieved a remarkable milestone for Dominican boxing on Saturday evening.
The undefeated Dominican secured victory over Batyr Akhmedov by split decision, claiming the vacant WBA super lightweight title in a 12-round co-main event aired on Showtime from the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Preceding this match, another Dominican southpaw, Hector Luis Garcia, displayed superior skill to dethrone Roger Gutierrez and seize the WBA super featherweight championship.
Puello and Garcia, both hailing from San Juan de la Maguana, shared a lifelong friendship and realized their aspirations in consecutive bouts broadcasted on American television.
Despite facing a formidable opponent in Akhmedov, Puello encountered a more challenging bout compared to Garcia's victory over Gutierrez. However, Puello emerged victorious with two judges scoring the match in his favor, while the third saw it differently. Akhmedov landed more punches overall according to CompuBox, but Puello showcased superior defensive skills and effective counterpunching.
Standing taller and possessing greater reach, Puello initially dominated the fight, effectively countering Akhmedov's relentless pressure and body assaults. Although Akhmedov rallied in the latter rounds, Puello's precise boxing skills ultimately secured the win, much to the dissatisfaction of the crowd.
This defeat marked Akhmedov's second narrow loss in a 12-round, 140-pound title bout in nearly three years, echoing his sentiments of feeling "robbed" in previous encounters. The fight for the vacant WBA belt, relinquished by Josh Taylor, exemplified the determination of both fighters, yet it became evident that neither would secure a knockout victory.
As the championship rounds unfolded, it became apparent that neither Puello nor Akhmedov could inflict enough damage to force a stoppage. The intense exchanges continued until the final bell, with Akhmedov persistently pressing the action while Puello strategically countered his advances.
Despite Akhmedov's efforts to breach Puello's defenses, the latter showcased resilience and skill, landing precise combinations and effectively utilizing his jab. Puello's tactical prowess and ability to weather Akhmedov's onslaught ultimately earned him the victory and the coveted WBA super lightweight title.
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[@XenonFlow08]

Not a easy fight for Gary😬

[@19803tc]

Easy fight for Russell

[@darkgift]

@@19803tc Yup potential upset.

[@XenonFlow08]

@@19803tc Still stand by that?🤔

[@lanzortiz3199]

​@@19803tc😂😂😂

[@TheScorpionrap]

And then? 😂​@@19803tc

[@ahmadjanoff]

Batir Akhmedov is from Uzbekistan🇺🇿 not kazakhstan

[@robertobeltran6116]

Puello select fighter 💪🏿 VIVA Dominican 🇩🇴 he took everything from uh the fighter

[@famospinadancy]

Puello Moreno power and every is hating with stupid takes cs if u really know boxing u peep how Puello used tht Philly shell blocking punches 🇩🇴🇩🇴

[@inchlorIentztJiIu]

Puello needs to looks little bad so people can want to fight him.🤷‍♂️

[@richardjose6168]

Hay que ver la pelea completa, porque aquí solo ves cortes editados, si ves la pelea completa tedara cuenta que ganó Alberto

[@larryfrederickpadla3648]

uzbek guy was robbed

[@carlosherranzactor]

Si pelea por el mundial Sandor contra puello, le gana mi paisano Sandor por técnica y FISICO, pero cuidado con el gancho de izquierda del dominicano, fijo que lleva la pelea estudiada al dedillo buscando las debilidades del rival que las tiene, VIVA ESPAÑA Y VIVA CATALUÑA COÑO!!!!!!!! Por fin 👏 a por el mundial

[@ugaugauga488]

I have my doubts about this decision. I think Akhmedov won it.

[@19803tc]

Puello lost the fight

[@famospinadancy]

the Kazakhstan guy didn’t do enough to win sorry but MORENO POWER WINS ALWAYS 🤷🏽‍♂️🇩🇴🍌🦍

[@ChamonyTejada]

Cuponero detected 😂😂😂😂😂

[@jacksierra3539]

😂😂

[@ahmadjanoff]

@@famospinadancyHe is from Uzbekistan🇺🇿, they wrote it wrong

[@algiepinero6320]

Shit clear as water,kasak boy dominate the fight,and also bring the tempo of the bout.haha he is the loser.

[@famospinadancy]

Wrong bias take Puello was more defensive and active with counters if YOU NOTICE HE USED THE PHILLY SHELL DEFENSE ALOT OF PUNCHES THE BLANCO missed 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@lemonkid2543]

@@famospinadancytf wrong with yall bot boys always thinking philly shell = wins yall needa Get your head right and really learn the sport

[@Stk182]

Gary will win easy 🛑

[@MsAndres85]

Gano Gary? 😂😂😂😂

[@jacksierra3539]

🇩🇴💪🇩🇴💪🇩🇴💪👈

[@kentaewatts3065]

This aged well

[@MichaelMorlaalcantara]

Cómo te quedó el ojo tu k dijiste k Gary ganaría fácil no hay tal enemigo pequeño Gary era un inflado y ya se pincho el globo

[@jerseyboy6098]

Gary won in his house the mop to sweep