Current WBC super lightweight champion Subriel Matias will defend his title for the first time against undefeated challenger Dalton Smith on Jan. 10 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
With much championship experience, Matias heads into the title clash as the betting favorite with -150 boxing odds, while Smith is going to be the +130 betting underdog. A draw result has odds of +1600.
Subriel Matias vs. Dalton Smith Fight Odds
- Subriel Matias: -150
- Dalton Smith: +130
- Tie: +1600
Subriel Matias vs. Dalton Smith: Tale of the Tape
| Subriel Matias | Dalton Smith | |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 33 | 28 |
| Height | 5’8” | 5’9½” |
| Record | 23-2 | 18-0 |
| Reach | 71 inches | 69 inches |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| TKO/KO Percentage | 96% | 72% |
Subriel Matias vs. Dalton Smith: Prediction
I predict a unanimous decision win for Smith over Matias because he’s the faster, more technical, and more disciplined boxer. This approach is a perfect counter to Matias’ forward pressure and volume output.
Smith is comfortable in fighting on the back foot and will likely invite the defending champion to be the aggressor so that he can catch him with counters. Due to his excellent footwork and quickness, the challenger is going to frustrate Matias.
Matias thrives in chaotic exchanges, where he forces his opponents to trade, but Smith is a very calculated fighter who doesn’t waste energy on unnecessary punches or combinations.
Subriel Matias’ Recent Fight Results
Matias is the reigning WBC super lightweight champion. In his last five fights, he recorded four wins and one loss. His victories were against Shohjahon Ergashev, Roberto Ramirez, Gabriel Valenzuela, and Alberto Puello, while his lone loss was to Liam Paro.
Dalton Smith’s Recent Fight Results
Smith is an undefeated contender from the UK. He captured several minor titles, and in his last five bouts, he scored wins over Billy Allington, Sam Maxwell, Jose Zepeda, Walid Ouizza, and Mathieu Germain.
Subriel Matias vs. Dalton Smith: Start Time
Jan. 10, 11 p.m. E.T.
Jan. 10, 10 p.m. C.T.
Jan. 10, 9 p.m. M.T.
Jan. 10, 8 p.m. P.T.
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