Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol II Set for February 22 in Riyadh
The boxing world is abuzz as Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol prepare to face off once again on February 22, 2025, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This rematch comes after their initial encounter in October 2024, where Beterbiev secured a narrow victory by majority decision, unifying the light heavyweight titles.
The First Encounter
In their first bout, Beterbiev (21-0, 20 KOs) edged out Bivol (23-1, 12 KOs) with judges scoring the fight 115-113, 116-112, and 114-114. The match was intensely competitive, with Bivol outlanding Beterbiev 142 to 134 in total punches. However, Beterbiev's power was evident as he landed 90 power punches to Bivol's 84.
Anticipation for the Rematch
The upcoming rematch is highly anticipated, as both fighters remain at the pinnacle of the light heavyweight division. Beterbiev, known for his formidable knockout power, will look to assert his dominance once more. Conversely, Bivol aims to avenge his sole professional loss and reclaim his position atop the division.
A Stacked Undercard
The event, dubbed "The Last Crescendo," is part of the Riyadh Season and boasts a stellar undercard featuring multiple championship bouts:
IBF Heavyweight Title: Champion Daniel Dubois defends against former titleholder Joseph Parker.
WBC Lightweight Title: Undefeated Shakur Stevenson faces rising star Floyd Schofield.
WBC Middleweight Title: Titleholder Carlos Adames takes on the UK's Hamzah Sheeraz.
WBC Interim Junior Middleweight Title: Vergil Ortiz Jr. squares off against Israil Madrimov.
WBC Interim Heavyweight Title: Veteran Zhilei Zhang battles Germany's Agit Kabayel.
WBO Interim Light Heavyweight Title: Joshua Buatsi defends against Callum Smith.
Promoter Frank Warren has hailed this card as a game-changer, emphasizing the exceptional quality of each fight.
Broadcast Details
The main card will be streamed on DAZN Pay-Per-View, with pricing details to be confirmed. Fans can expect comprehensive coverage, including live updates and reactions, across various sports media platforms.
As the date approaches, the boxing community eagerly awaits what promises to be an unforgettable night of high-stakes matchups in Riyadh.
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