Subriel Matías to Defend WBC Title Against Unbeaten Dalton Smith

(Saturday, January 10,2025)——Reigning WBC Super-lightweight champion Subriel Matías (23-2, 22KOs) of Puerto Rico returns to defend his world title against unbeaten UK contender Dalton Smith (18-0, 13KOs) in a scheduled [12-round] main-event that will take place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY.

Matías won the title in July of 2025, defeating then-champion Alberto Puello via majority decision. Known for his relentless and pressure-heavy fight style, Matías is one of boxing’s most feared finishers, with 22 of his 23 victories coming by way of knockout, making the final bell a rare sight for his opponents to see.

Smith, 28 earned his shot at the title by claiming the WBC silver super-lightweight title with a victory over José Zepeda, and then following up with wins over Walid Ouizza and Mathieu Germain. Three of his last four victories have come by way of stoppage, signaling his growing confidence and power. Smith looks to step up his level when he faces one of the sport’s most dangerous punchers.