Russell vs. Puello HIGHLIGHTS: June 15, 2024 | PBC on Prime Video

Published 2024-06-16
Pay-per-view action also saw thrilling back and forth action between Gary Antuanne Russell (17-1, 17 KOs) and Alberto Puello (23-0, 10 KOs), which ended with Puello winning a 12-round split decision to capture the vacant Interim WBC Super Lightweight Championship.

“I got down on my knees and the first thing I did was thank God, and then I said, ‘I made it.' The weight barrier, the time away from my family, it was all worth it,” said a jubilant Puello.

“It feels great to be a champion, because this will mark the beginning of a new chapter in my life.”

The two southpaws gave as good as they got for the entire fight with both fighters refusing to give an inch. Russell’s quickness and aggression allowed him to pile up points, but Puello’s counterpunching proved to be the difference
"It wasn't about what Puello did tonight, it was about what I didn't do. I should have listened more and executed more. Like I always say, if I execute our game plan, it's a matter of fact that I'll get the victory. But tonight, I fell short,” said Russell.

Puello was deducted a point for holding in round nine and was on the receiving end of a borderline low blow in the 10th. He appeared to return the favor a round later as Russell needed a momentary break from a low shot. In the end, Judge Dave Hudson’s 118-109 score for Russell was overruled by Tim Cheatham and Glenn Feldman who had it for Puello by scores of 114-113 and 115-112 respectively.

“It was the best I have ever fought in my life,” said Puello. “The hard work being far away from my family finally paid off. Bring anybody on, I don’t care. I’m ready to face all comers.”

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All Comments (21)
  • @ivtube8117
    1:19 when Puello dodges out of the corner and Russel smiles and claps Skill loves skill
  • I actually like how Russel reacted after hearing decision . well respected
  • Puello, defense and counters were the winners here. Not many would have got out of the pressure Russell provided. ❤
  • @RigmenTomas
    Puello is just a style nightmare for Russell
  • @doncannon9835
    I should've been on this Puello dude a long time ago, dude is mad nice, outclassed Russell in a easy work fashion. He just gained a new fan
  • @ViicSee
    Should be more active🤷‍♂️ no reason a prospect/contender like Russell should only be fighting once a year
  • @davidhyde1353
    Lol saying Gary antuane is 5’10 had me laughing so hard
  • @kiboma4209
    Russel vs Matias for a comeback fight after both of them lost
  • Puello boxed his ass off. The 2 guys I thought were top 5 at 140 both lost yesterday.
  • highlights dont do it justice... i had russel up 3-1 in the first 4 rounds, but puello won every round afterwards.. had russell very frustrated, puello had some of the best body movement ive ever seen, and showed he had dog in him.. im impressed
  • @dispater101
    Was pulling for my boy Russell, but you simply can not love an upset in boxing 😅
  • When a power puncher can't hurt his opponent, he is in a big trouble.