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Teddy Atlas Announces Modern Verdict in Naoya Inoue vs. Bam Rodriguez Case: ‘May Go Down in History as One of the Greatest’

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Tim Bradley makes KO prediction for Naoya Inoue vs ‘Bam’ Rodriguez after latest win: “Six rounds”

Teddy Atlas weighed in on how Jesse Rodriguez would fare against Naoya Inoue after his sixth-round knockout of Antonio Vargas.

“Bam” dethroned Vargas and became world champion in three weight categories last Saturday, despite scoring a sixth consecutive shutout, many felt the 26-year-old performed below his typically elite standards.

Such high expectations can be explained by the American’s phenomenal skills, which saw him score significant victories over the likes of Juan Francisco Estrada and Bright Edwards.

However, in his first appearance at 118 pounds, Rodriguez faced a solid opponent in Vargas, who may have had more success than most expected.

“Bam” then finally pinned the Olympian with a keen left hand, sent him to the canvas and ultimately won the WBA bantamweight title.

As a result, fans are now clamoring for a clash between Rodriguez and Inoue following a balanced points victory over Junto Nakatani.

By defeating his Japanese rival, “The Monster” successfully defended his undisputed super bantamweight crown for the seventh time and arguably cemented his position as the No. 1 pound-for-pound star of the sport.

Hall of Fame coach Atlas also said the 33-year-old has a wealth of experience his YouTube channel that he thinks Inoue may be too experienced for ‘Bama.

“[Rodriguez is] still 26 [years old]and he will go there with someone who could become one of the best of all time.

– Bam can finally stay [an all-time great] too, but Bam is still there for a while [behind Inoue] in his career.

“Spice – that might be the difference. I know Bam would be different – he’d be more insecure against a guy like Inoue – but [he] he can’t afford to be labeled like that [against Vargas]”

On the other hand, it could be said that at 33 years ancient, Inoue is more vulnerable than ever, especially if he ends up facing an elite champion like “Bam.”

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Dalton Smith vs Alberto Puello Live Results: Sheffield Showdown Highlights

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Dalton Smith vs Alberto Puello Live Results: Sheffield Showdown Highlights

LIVE COVERAGE

World Boxing News provides live results and a live scorecards from The Belt Collector at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield, England, on Saturday, October 24, as Dalton Smith faces Alberto Puello in a WBC super lightweight world title clash.

Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing promotes the event, which is broadcast live on DAZN.

Smith enters with an unbeaten 19-0 record, while Puello brings a 25-1 record into the twelve-round main event.

The supporting card features Giorgio Visioli against Maxi Hughes for the vacant WBC International Silver lightweight title, alongside Shannon Ryan’s clash with Emma Dolan for the British, Commonwealth and IBF Inter-Continental super flyweight titles.

Edward Hardy, Joe Hayden, Leo Atang, Chris Mulunda and debutant Divine Omojor are also scheduled to appear.

The live scorecard for Smith vs Puello is scheduled for around 22.30 ring walks.


Live Results

All times are BST.

18:10

Middleweight Chris Mulunda remained undefeated at 5-0 with a six-round points win over Harley Collison. The result was never in doubt.

17:36

Dave Allen charge Joe Hayden slugged it out with Will Harrison over eight rounds before scoring a decisive decision in the opener. Hayden dropped Harrison in the first round and displayed the superior skill set to take the victory on the cards and move to 25-0.


Remaining Bouts

WBC World Super Lightweight Title — 12 Rounds

Dalton Smith (19-0) vs Alberto Puello (25-1)

Vacant WBC International Silver Lightweight Title — 10 Rounds

Giorgio Visioli (11-0) vs Maxi Hughes (29-9-2)

British, Commonwealth and IBF Inter-Continental Super Flyweight Titles — 10 Rounds

Shannon Ryan (11-1) vs Emma Dolan (9-1)

Featherweight — 8 Rounds

Edward Hardy (8-0) vs Diego Alberto Ruiz (28-15-1)

Heavyweight — 6 Rounds

Leo Atang (8-0) vs Jonathan Exequiel Vergara (9-4)

Cruiserweight — 4 Rounds

Divine Omojor (professional debut) vs Goran Kozul (8-12)


TV Coverage

The Belt Collector is available to watch live on DAZN, with Dalton Smith and Alberto Puello headlining the Sheffield event.

Follow WBN’s live boxing coverage throughout the night.


About the Author

Phil Jay is the Editor-in-Chief of World Boxing News (WBN), a BWAA-acknowledged boxing news website founded in 2010. A veteran boxing reporter with 16 years of experience, he has interviewed world champions, broken international exclusives, and reported ringside from major events. His work is published worldwide through WBN and distributed on platforms including Apple News.

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Tim Bradleys Prediction: OShaquie Foster Must Be Perfect to Defeat Emanuel Navarrete in Unification Bout

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Tim Bradley's Prediction: O'Shaquie Foster Must Be Perfect to Defeat Emanuel Navarrete in Unification Bout

Tim Bradley has named his winner for this evening’s O’Shaquie Foster vs Emanuel Navarrete unification battle.

WBC champion Foster collides with WBO and IBF titleholder Navarrete tonight at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas.

It brings together the two best 130lb fighters on the planet, with Navarrete having stopped Eduardo Nunez in his last bout back in February, while Foster defeated Ray Ford by majority decision during his most recent action in May.

Speaking to his YouTube channel ahead of the showdown, two-weight world champion Bradley began by breaking down the contest.

“Foster has got his hands full. Navarrete is one of those fighters that has always defied the odds. He’s always done it his way. His way has always been good enough. I think this fight is extremely dangerous for both. Foster definitely has the tools to beat Navarrete and Navarrete has the tools to beat Foster.

“I think Foster has to be perfect, I do. From my experience in calling Navarrete fights and speaking to fighters that have fought him, every fighter has said the same thing. It didn’t matter what weight it was or when they fought, every single fighter has said they have never ever in all their years been hit as hard as Navarrete hit.”

Despite acknowledging the threat that Navarrete possesses, Bradley revealed he is tipping Foster to come out on top.

“My prediction is I’m going with Foster. He’s going to show why he’s pound-for-pound. He is focused now. In the past when he suffered a couple of losses, things weren’t aligned.

“Now he’s got the promotional team, his actual team where he trains with, he’s got that now. He’s got money to pay for the best sparring partners, the best treatment, the best therapy, he has all that now.

“He has fought experienced guys. Guys where he wasn’t the favourite to win. I got him winning this fight but it’s going to be a damn good fight.”

Whoever gets their hand raised in this evening’s fight may look to then target an undisputed showdown with the winner of December’s WBA title clash between Anthony Cacace and Nick Ball, with Cacace having claimed the belt with a victory over Jazza Dickens.

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Tim Bradleys Key Insights on OShaquie Foster vs Emanuel Navarrete Unification: He Must Be Perfect

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"Tim Bradley's Key Insights on O'Shaquie Foster vs Emanuel Navarrete Unification: 'He Must Be Perfect'"

Tim Bradley has named his winner for this evening’s O’Shaquie Foster vs Emanuel Navarrete unification battle.

WBC champion Foster collides with WBO and IBF titleholder Navarrete tonight at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas.

It brings together the two best 130lb fighters on the planet, with Navarrete having stopped Eduardo Nunez in his last bout back in February, while Foster defeated Ray Ford by majority decision during his most recent action in May.

Speaking to his YouTube channel ahead of the showdown, two-weight world champion Bradley began by breaking down the contest.

“Foster has got his hands full. Navarrete is one of those fighters that has always defied the odds. He’s always done it his way. His way has always been good enough. I think this fight is extremely dangerous for both. Foster definitely has the tools to beat Navarrete and Navarrete has the tools to beat Foster.

“I think Foster has to be perfect, I do. From my experience in calling Navarrete fights and speaking to fighters that have fought him, every fighter has said the same thing. It didn’t matter what weight it was or when they fought, every single fighter has said they have never ever in all their years been hit as hard as Navarrete hit.”

Despite acknowledging the threat that Navarrete possesses, Bradley revealed he is tipping Foster to come out on top.

“My prediction is I’m going with Foster. He’s going to show why he’s pound-for-pound. He is focused now. In the past when he suffered a couple of losses, things weren’t aligned.

“Now he’s got the promotional team, his actual team where he trains with, he’s got that now. He’s got money to pay for the best sparring partners, the best treatment, the best therapy, he has all that now.

“He has fought experienced guys. Guys where he wasn’t the favourite to win. I got him winning this fight but it’s going to be a damn good fight.”

Whoever gets their hand raised in this evening’s fight may look to then target an undisputed showdown with the winner of December’s WBA title clash between Anthony Cacace and Nick Ball, with Cacace having claimed the belt with a victory over Jazza Dickens.

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