he retained his title with a draw against varias milling, then defended it against seasoned contenders archie bell and speedy dado. he first defeated bell in ten round points decision at legion stadium in hollywood on december 2, 1932. the california sanctioned title match before a capacity crowd saw arizmendi close strongly in the last two rounds to take a convincing lead on points. arizmendi was awarded six rounds, bell two including the eighth when he landed some solid punches, and two were even. bell was down for a no count in the second, and was dropped to his knees in the fourth.