Stevenson Departs Zuffa Boxing Without a Fight; Smith Defends Title

Shakur Stevenson, a four-weight world champion, has reportedly been granted a release from Dana White's Zuffa Boxing without having fought a single bout since his July signing. Stevenson claims promised fights did not materialize, raising questions about the effectiveness of Zuffa Boxing's strategy.

In other boxing news, Dalton Smith is set to defend his WBC super lightweight title against Alberto Puello this Saturday in Sheffield. The event's full fight card, start time, and viewing information have been released. Meanwhile, former world champion Liam Smith has been cleared of assault charges after a judge ruled he was acting in self-defense during an incident at a petrol station.