Dalton Smith vs. Walid Ouizza Ends in Stunning Early Stoppage

On January 25, at the Motorpoint Arena in Nottingham, England, Dalton Smith (17-0, 13 KOs) showed he’s a world-class fighter, defeating Walid Ouizza (19-3, 8 KOs) to win the vacant EBU European super lightweight title. The entire Matchroom Boxing card featuring Conah Walker and Ellie Scotney was streamed live on DAZN.

Dalton Smith Defeats Walid Ouizza in Impressive Style

Dalton Smith vs. Walid Ouizza Fight Recap

Despite having just one fight in 19 months, Dalton Smith started strong, showcasing impressive precision and venom in every punch. The first knockdown came near the end of the opening round with a right hook. Just as it seemed the bell might save Ouizza, Smith capitalized with a monstrous left hook, prompting Ouizza’s corner to throw in the towel. What a performance. Smith appears ready to take on top-tier, world-level super lightweight fighters. It’s a stacked division, and Smith is capable of mixing with the best of them.

Post Fight Quotes

In the post-fight interview, Smith said: “Tonight I knew I would come here and perform. Because I am hungrier than ever.”

He added: “I prepared for 12 rounds, he had never been stopped, so I will only get better.”

“I hope Walid is alright, he was respectful all week.”

Talking about what he wants next, Smith said: “I want the WBC world title.”

Undercard

Harry Scarff (13-4, 3 KOs) was in complete control, boxing intelligently, punching long and frustrating Conah Walker (15-3-1, 6 KOs) before Walker landed a big right hand that changed the course of the fight, flooring Scarff. Despite beating the count, the referee soon stepped in after a series of unanswered punches from Walker. What heart from Walker, the new British and Commonwealth welterweight champion, winning by eleventh-round TKO.

Ellie Scotney (10-0, 0 KOs) proved she was a class apart by defeating Mea Motu (20-0, 8 KOs). Her work rate and the quality of her punches made a significant difference, as Scotney retained her IBF and WBO women’s super bantamweight titles while also claiming Motu’s IBO belt. The judges all scored the fight 99-91.

Ibraheem Sulaimaan (7-0, 4 KOs) controlled the fight from the first bell to the last, defeating Reuquen Arce (18-18-2, 7 KOs) 80-72 in their super featherweight fight.

Before the Bell

Hamza Uddin (4-0, 1 KO) impressed, defeating Misael Ezequiel Graffioli (5-4, 0 KOs) in their flyweight contest. Uddin grew into the fight as it progressed and showed great punch variation. The referee, Peter McCormack scored the fight 80-72.

Traie Duberry (5-0, 2 KOs) dominated the six-round cruiserweight bout, showcasing impressive accuracy with his right hand on multiple occasions. However, with just seconds left in the final round, the tough and rugged Camilo Castagno (4-9, 1 KO) landed a looping left hand that knocked Duberry down. The West Midlands fighter managed to get back on his feet but was visibly unsteady and was saved by the final bell. The referee ultimately scored the bout 59-53 in favour of the British fighter.