Dmitry Bivol: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / September 13

Dmitry Bivol used his size to beat Canelo Alvarez in a way that should worry Terence Crawford

Terence Crawford has only two losses in Canelo Alvarez’s career to study going into their fight, and they do not make good watching for the challenger.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / September 8

Canelo Alvarez’s failed drug test led him to make major Dmitry Bivol blunder ahead of shock loss

Ahead of his highly anticipated clash against Dmitry Bivol, Canelo Alvarez made a detrimental mistake that cost him the fight. This coming Saturday, the biggest boxing fight in recent years takes place when Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford clash for the super middleweight title.

Boxing News / KO on SI / September 4

Dmitry Bivol’s Coach Picks Decisive Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford Winner

Dmitry Bivol's coach has delivered a clear prediction for Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford. Undisputed super middleweight supremacy will be on the line for Canelo vs Crawford on September 13, with the fight taking place at Allegiant Stadium and broadcast on Netflix worldwide.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / August 27

WBC President: Bivol-Benavidez 'Would Be the Best Light Heavyweight Matchup'

The light heavyweight division is stacked with talent Dmitry Bivol, Artur Beterbiev, David Benavidez, David Morrell, Callum Smith but one fight stands out to WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman as the premier matchup: Bivol vs.

Canelo Alvarez and Dmitry Bivol both would’ve lost to a Hall of Famer, backed to ‘beat them all’

Canelo Alvarez and Dmitry Bivol would’ve both fallen short against this legend, according to a former world champion. The pair of formidable fighters are both on the cusp of huge clashes, with even Denzel Washington excited for Canelo vs Terence Crawford, and the Russian hopefully not too far away from a trilogy with Artur Beterbiev.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / August 17

Canelo Alvarez revealed which career loss hurt the most between Floyd Mayweather and Dmitry Bivol in 2022 interview

Canelo Alvarez can easily be considered one of the 21st century’s best fighters, as he is a four-division world champion. Preparing to take on one of the biggest tests of his career against Terence Crawford, the Mexican will aim to use his size and experience to get the win over ‘Bud’.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / August 14

What’s Next For Dmitry Bivol?

The IBF says they are yet to receive a formal medical exception request from Dmitry Bivol, despite his recent back surgery. Bivol (24-1) last fought in February in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, avenging his sole career defeat to Artur Beterbiev via a majority decision.

Boxing News / KO on SI / July 28

Canelo Alvarez Rates Past Opponents, Including Mayweather, Bivol, And Golovkin

Canelo Alvarez has fought all comers throughout his legendary boxing career. Floyd Mayweather, Gennady Golovkin, Dmitry Bivol, and Shane Mosley are some of his most notable opponents.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 6

Bivol And Beterbiev Choose Russia – Here’s Why?

Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev have reportedly chosen to have their trilogy fight in Russia, as opposed to Saudi Arabia. The pair are expected to run things back, subject to a venue being announced.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 4

IBF Orders Dmitry Bivol Mandatory Against Michael Eifert

The IBF has officially ordered unified light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol 24-1 (12 KOs) to defend his title against mandatory challenger Michael Eifert, marking the second attempt by the sanctioning body to secure a world title opportunity for the German contender.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 1

What’s Next For Jake Paul?

Jake Paul defeated Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. to secure his biggest win, raising question marks over his next steps. Paul secured a unanimous decision win, taking his record to 12-1, 7 KOs.

Boxing News / KO on SI / June 7

Dmitry Bivol’s Camp Calls for Canelo Alvarez Rematch After Terence Crawford Fight

Canelo Alvarez will put his undisputed super middleweight title on the line against Dmitry Bivol on September 13. It's an epic fight any way you look at it as Canelo and Crawford are two of the greatest pugilists of the modern era.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / May 16

Disappointment As Callum Smith’s Request To Challenge Dmitry Bivol For Title Fails

It looks like Callum Smith will have to wait a little longer before his chance comes to challenge Dmitry Bivol for the WBO Title. Even after making a formal request to the WBO to enforce his mandatory status, Smith became a mandatory challenger after defeating Joshua Buatsi back in February.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / April 20

Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn: Preview, Betting Odds and Fight Card

On April 26, Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn (23-0, 14 KOs) will headline The Ring’s Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves fight card at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / April 11

Eddie Hearn Backs Dmitry Bivol’s WBC Sacrifice

On April 7, it was revealed that Dmitry Bivol’s status as undisputed light heavyweight champion was over. His team notified the WBC that he had decided to vacate the title and was withdrawing from the scheduled purse bids for a mandatory defence against interim champion David Benavidez.

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Oscar De La Hoya Shares Candid Thoughts on Potential Canelo vs. Bivol Rematch

On May 7, 2022, Canelo Alvarez stepped up in weight to face WBA light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol. Many doubted the Tokmak-born fighter if he could defeat the Mexican great at the T-Mobile Arena on Cinco de Mayo weekend.

Boxing News / Yardbarker / February 28

What will be Dmitry Bivol's next challenge as he eyes continued greatness?

After a legacy-defining victory over Artur Beterbiev on Feb. 22, newly crowned undisputed light-heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol is weighing up his next move.

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Boxing News / Field Level Media / February 22

Dmitry Bivol beats Artur Beterbiev, becomes light heavyweight champ

In the minutes following Dmitry Bivol's majority decision win against Artur Beterbiev early Sunday morning in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, both men had few words to describe the 36 minutes they went through — a near duplication of the first encounter except Bivol exacted revenge from the first fight last October.

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Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 21

Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2: George Groves Predicts Main Event Outcome

On February 22 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Artur Beterbiev (21-0, 20 KOs) will defend his undisputed light heavyweight crown against Dmitry Bivol (23-1, 12 KOs) at the Kingdom Arena.

Boxing News / Yardbarker / February 14

Potential next face of boxing awaits superfight winner

Potential next face of boxing awaits the Artur Beterbiev-Dmitry Bivol superfight winner

As the highly anticipated rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol approaches on Feb. 22 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — on what some are calling the greatest boxing card of all time — one fighter watches with keen interest.

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Boxing News / Yardbarker / February 3