Callum Smith defeated Joshua Buatsi in a light heavyweight battle in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Smith won by unanimous decision with scorecards of 119-110, 115-113, 116-112.
Both fighters showed toughness, with Smith outlanding Buatsi overall.
Smith may face the winner of Beterbiev-Bivol rematch, while Buatsi faces recovery after his first career loss.
The event promises more exciting fights, with fans eagerly anticipating the rest of the card.
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Smith's potential matchup with the winner of the Beterbiev-Bivol rematch could be challenging due to his previous loss to Beterbiev in January 2024.
David Benavidez, possibly aligned with Turki Alalshikh, might have an advantage in facing the winner of Last Crescendo's main event.
Buatsi, after his first career loss, may need to carefully consider his next opponent to ensure wise matchmaking for his recovery both physically and mentally.
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Adames' performance in a close fight highlighted the importance of judges considering factors like activity, aggression, and accuracy when scoring rounds.
Kabayel's dominant stoppage win showcased the impact of effective body shots in boxing, setting up potential exciting matchups like Kabayel vs. Anthony Joshua.
Vergil Ortiz Jr.'s career-best performance demonstrated his readiness to challenge for a legitimate world title, adding to the anticipation of future high-stakes fights in the boxing world.
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