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• Dmitry Bivol vs. Michael Eifert Results & Video Highlights

Dmitry Bivol vs. Michael Eifert Results & Video Highlights Yekaterinburg, Russia (May 31st, 2026)– Dmitry Bivol successfully defended his unified WBA and IBF light-heavyweight world titles against Michael Eifert in Russia on May 30, 2026. Bivol secured a dominant unanimous decision victory, with all three judges scoring the shutout bout 120-107. Eifert produced the worst […]...2026
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• Chris Mannix Wants Dmitry Bivol To Fight David Benavidez Next
Dmitry Bivol returned with a unanimous decision win over Michael Eifert on Saturday, but neither ... read more Chris Mannix Wants Dmitry Bivol To Fight David Benavidez Next @ Boxing News 24/7...2026
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• Shawn Porter Explains Why Bivol Could Beat Benavidez
The biggest fight available at light heavyweight may be David Benavidez against Dmitry Bivol, but ... read more Shawn Porter Explains Why Bivol Could Beat Benavidez @ Boxing News 24/7...2026
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• Shawn Porter has his say on David Benavidez vs Dmitry Bivol: “He has the style to beat him”

One of the most in-demand fights in boxing is a light-heavyweight showdown between unified world champion and pound-for-pound star , and now two-time welterweight champion has shared his thoughts on that proposed clash. When Benavidez stepped up and challenged for the unified cruiserweight world titles last month, many questioned whether his punch power would translate […] The post Shawn Por...2026
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• Dmitry Bivol Opponent’s Punch Stats Make Unwanted History
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• Devin Haney sends warning on David Benavidez vs Dmitry Bivol: “I don’t love that fight for him”

has offered his take on possibly fighting , explaining why their potential undisputed light-heavyweight clash could be a catastrophic mistake. ‘The Mexican Monster’ comes off a destructive sixth-round stoppage victory over Gilberto Ramirez, becoming a three-weight world champion in his first outing at 200lbs. His dominant performance last month has therefore afforded him several options, […]...2026
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• What’s Next for Dmitry Bivol After Victory Over Michael Eifert?

Saturday night saw Dmitry Bivol secure a unanimous points victory over German challenger Michael Eifert to retain his light heavyweight world titles. This was Dmitry Bivol’s first fight since defeating Artur Beterbiev in February 2025 to become undisputed light heavyweight world champion. In August 2025, Bivol underwent successful surgery to repair a long-standing herniated disc […]...2026
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• Dmitry Bivol Returns Against a Challenger Few Fans Care About
Dmitry Bivol’s return from back surgery will come against IBF mandatory Michael Eifert on Saturday ... continue Dmitry Bivol Returns Against a Challenger Few Fans Care About @ Boxing News 24...2026
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• Oscar De La Hoya issues stark warning ahead of Gilberto Ramirez vs David Benavidez

On May 2, at the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Gilberto Ramirez vs David Benavidez (31-0, 25 KOs) headlines a PBC Pay-Per-View event available on Prime Video and DAZN PPV for Ramirez’s WBO/WBA cruiserweight title. As we edge closer to this huge cruiserweight unification bout, Ramirez’s promoter, Oscar De La Hoya, spoke to Fight Hub TV, casting doubt on Benavidez’s chin. Gilberto Ramirez vs David Bena...2026
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• Gilberto Ramirez vs David Benavidez: Prediction and fight card for May 2 clash

Big Fight Weekend brings you our prediction, the full fight card, and streaming information ahead of Gilberto Ramirez vs David Benavidez at the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, on May 2. The PBC Pay-Per-View event available on Prime Video will be promoted by Golden Boy Promotions and Sampson Boxing in association with TGB Promotions. The main event will be for Ramirez’s WBO/WBA cruiserweight title. Gilb...2026
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• Gilberto Ramirez vs David Benavidez: Teddy Atlas makes his pick

On May 2, at the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Gilberto Ramirez vs David Benavidez headlines a PBC Pay-Per-View event available on Prime Video and DAZN PPV for Ramirez’s WBO/WBA cruiserweight title. Ahead of this fascinating cruiserweight showdown, respected boxing trainer and commentator Teddy Atlas has made his pick via his Ropes community. Gilberto Ramirez vs David Benavidez set for May 2 showdown...2026
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• Dmitry Bivol in early talks for thrilling undisputed fight

Dmitry Bivol could be presented with the opportunity to become a two-time undisputed champion, but only if he wins his next outing against Michael Eifert. The pair will collide at the UMMC Arena, Russia, on May 30, with Bivol returning from back surgery to make a mandatory defence of his unified crown. He previously held […] The post Dmitry Bivol in early talks for thrilling undisputed fight...2026
• Gilberto Ramirez predicts ‘car crash’ with David Benavidez

On May 2, at the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Gilberto Ramirez vs David Benavidez (31-0, 25 KOs) headlines a PBC Pay-Per-View event available on Prime Video and DAZN PPV for Ramirez’s WBO/WBA cruiserweight title. Ahead of this exciting unification match-up, Ramirez spoke to Dan Rafael on the Big Fight Weekend podcast about recovering from shoulder surgery and his upcoming showdown with Benavidez. Gi...2026
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• David Benavidez names the fight he wants after Gilberto Ramirez

On May 2, at the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Gilberto Ramirez vs David Benavidez headlines a PBC Pay-Per-View event available on Prime Video and DAZN PPV for Ramirez’s WBO/WBA cruiserweight title. Ahead of this cruiserweight cracker, Benavidez has spoken to Dan Rafael on the Fight Freaks Unite/Big Fight Weekend about his upcoming fight on May 2, while revealing one fight he desires after fighting “...2026
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• Dmitry Bivol’s manager outlines ideal path after Michael Eifert fight

Dan Rafael and other media personnel revealed that Lineal and unified light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol looks set to face IBF mandatory challenger Michael Eifert in his first fight since undergoing back surgery. His manager, Vadim Kornilov, has also revealed the ideal two fights to follow the Eifert mandatory bout. Dmitry Bivol set to return against Michael Eifert Bivol (24-1, 12 KOs) was la...2026
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• Dmitry Bivol agrees deal for Oleksandr Usyk undercard return in Egypt

Lineal and unified light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol has been out of the ring since his historic rematch win over Artur Beterbiev on February 22, 2025. Many have speculated over whether Bivol’s return would see him fight Beterbiev again or face David Benavidez. IBF mandatory challenger Michael Eifert has also been waiting patiently, and it now appears that Bivol and Eifert have reached an ag...2026
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• David Benavidez now looms for Beterbiev vs Bivol 2 winner

David Benavidez has earned a big fight before, and this time he ought to get it | Photo by Steve Marcus/Getty Images David Benavidez has earned a big fight before, and this time he ought to get it. As a super middleweight, David Benavidez earned but never received the true “big fight” at the weight, which would have been a shot at Canelo Alvarez. As much as someone can in boxing — a sport ...2025
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"The best light heavyweight boxers are currently Dmitry Bivol, who holds the IBF, WBO, WBA, and The Ring titles."

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"A rubber match between Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev would be welcomed by boxing fans | Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing A rubber match between Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev would be welcomed by boxing fans."

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"The big fight at light heavyweight obviously remains Beterbiev facing WBA titlist Dmitry Bivol, but one of two things will have to happen for that to become a reality."

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"By Dan Ambrose: Promoter Eddie Hearn says a fight between WBA light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol and Jaime Munguia is in the works for June … read full story ← Dmitry Bivol vs."

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"While Damian Lillard thought Canelo Alvarez would win against Dmitry Bivol, the Portland Trail Blazers star admitted he was not surprised it went the other way around."

• Devin Haney sends warning on David Benavidez vs Dmitry Bivol: “I don’t love that fight for him”
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• Zab Judah sees only one winner in David Benavidez vs Dmitry Bivol: “He’s mastered it”

Zab Judah has offered his initial thoughts on a clash between David Benavidez and Dmitry Bivol, who could collide for the undisputed light-heavyweight crown later this year. Both sides have already held preliminary talks for their potential encounter, which would see Bivol look to become a two-time undisputed champion. The Russian claimed all four world […] The post Zab Judah sees only one w...2026
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• Terence Crawford rates David Benavidez’s chances of beating Dmitry Bivol

has offered his thoughts on a showdown between and . Bivol defeated Artur Beterbiev in February 2024 to become undisputed light heavyweight champion, gaining revenge after Beterbiev had come out on top in their first meeting four months earlier. Since then, Bivol has vacated the WBC world title, which was awarded to Benavidez, but he […] The post Terence Crawford rates David Benavidez’...2026
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• Lennox Lewis sees only one winner in Dmitry Bivol vs David Benavidez: “That’s my guy”

A light-heavyweight clash between Dmitry Bivol and David Benavidez is one of the most intriguing bouts the sport of boxing can offer. Russian technician Bivol fell short in his first attempt at becoming undisputed when he was beaten on the cards by countryman Artur Beterbiev, but became the first man to take the ferocious puncher […] The post Lennox Lewis sees only one winner in Dmitry Bivol...2026
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• Shakur Stevenson picks a winner in Dmitry Bivol vs David Benavidez fight

has offered his prediction for a potential showdown between and , branding it ‘one of the best fights in the sport of boxing.’ The two light-heavyweight world champions seem to be on different trajectories, with Benavidez teasing a move to cruiserweight and Bivol expected to make a mandatory title defence later this year. Benavidez was […] The post Shakur Stevenson picks a winner in Dmitry B...2026
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• Dmitry Bivol’s $8 Million Rejection: Did Fear of David Benavidez Outweigh a Lucrative Undisputed Title Defense?
Dmitry Bivol reportedly turned down an offer of $8 million to defend his undisputed light heavyweight championship → read article Dmitry Bivol’s $8 Million Rejection: Did Fear of David Benavidez Outweigh a Lucrative Undisputed Title Defense? @ Boxing News 24...2025
• ‘I want revenge’: Bivol says rematch with Beterbiev is about more than belts

Dmitry Bivol dropped a decision to Artur Beterbiev but has a second bite at the apple next month. | Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images Dmitry Bivol wants to avenge his loss to Artur Beterbiev to prove his worth. During the official press conference for the Feb. 22 light heavyweight rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol, both fighters spent some time fielding questions about t...2025
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• ‘PBC don’t want to work with anyone and now they’re f—ked’: Hearn talks Canelo’s recent departure

Eddie Hearn says he’s not closing the door on a potential Canelo Alvarez vs David Benavidez fight, even after Canelo has left PBC. | Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images Eddie Hearn says PBC made their own bed with how they’ve done business as he looks to get Canelo Alvarez active. Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn weighs-in on the recent news of Canelo Alvarez parting ways with PBC. Hearn will...2024
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• Benavidez vs Gvozdyk interim title fight in play

Photo by David Becker/Getty Images The winner of David Benavidez vs Oleksandr Gvozdyk would be in line to challenge the winner of Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol Mauricio Sulaiman revealed on Twitter today that the WBC has sanctioned an interim light heavyweight title fight between current interim super middleweight titlist David Benavidez and former unified champion Oleksandr Gvozdyk. Tho...2024
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• Bivol dominates, Dubois stops Miller, Kabayel upset, more: Day of Reckoning undercard results

Dmitry Bivol was among the winners in Saudi Arabia | Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images Dmitry Bivol kept his WBA belt, plus much more from today’s Saudi Arabia undercard. Dmitry Bivol retained his WBA light heavyweight title in a shutout over Lyndon Arthur, Daniel Dubois stopped Jarrell “Big Baby” Miller, and we did get one upset on today’s Day of Reckoning undercard in Riyadh. Bivol im...2023
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• What’s Next for Dmitry Bivol After Victory Over Michael Eifert?
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• Dmitry Bivol vs Michael Eifert live scorecard and fight result

Dmitry Bivol returns to action this evening in Russia, defending his WBA and IBF light-heavyweight world titles against mandatory challenger Michael Eifert in his first outing since defeating Artur Beterbiev in their February 2025 rematch. The 35-year-old enters as a heavy favourite, having established himself as one of boxing’s most technically accomplished champions through victories […] T...2026
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• Dmitry Bivol vs Michael Eifert Live Results and Scorecard
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• Oscar De La Hoya issues stark warning ahead of Gilberto Ramirez vs David Benavidez
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• Gilberto Ramirez vs David Benavidez: Prediction and fight card for May 2 clash
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• Gilberto Ramirez vs David Benavidez: Teddy Atlas makes his pick
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• Gilberto Ramirez predicts ‘car crash’ with David Benavidez
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• Curmel Moton predicts Gilberto Ramirez vs David Benavidez

On May 2, at the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Gilberto Ramirez vs David Benavidez headlines a PBC Pay-Per-View event available on Prime Video and DAZN PPV for Ramirez’s WBO/WBA cruiserweight title. This intriguing cruiserweight bout sees Benavidez move up from light heavyweight to challenge the unified champion in a Mexico vs Mexico showdown on Cinco de Mayo weekend. Ahead of this Las Vegas clash, u...2026
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• David Benavidez makes bold claim about Dmitry Bivol

On May 2, at the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Gilberto Ramirez vs David Benavidez headlines a PBC Pay-Per-View event available on Prime Video and DAZN PPV for Ramirez’s WBO/WBA cruiserweight title. Ahead of his first fight at cruiserweight, Benavidez has appeared on the Ariel Helwani Show and revealed why he believes the fight with Dmitry Bivol hasn’t happened. David Benavidez vs Dmitry Bivol sparri...2026
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• David Benavidez names the fight he wants after Gilberto Ramirez
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• David Benavidez makes bold claim about Dmitry Bivol
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• 5 light heavyweights to watch out for in 2026

2026 is here, and we already have some intriguing matchups confirmed on the boxing schedule, with more rumoured. Renowned stars will be looking to solidify their legacies, while the next crop of fighters will look to make their mark. The best light heavyweight boxers are currently Dmitry Bivol, who holds the IBF, WBO, WBA, and The Ring titles. David Benavidez holds the WBC after Bivol vacated the ...2026
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• Crawford’s Future Plans: A Bivol Match?
Terence Crawford was allowed to enter the ring to congratulate Dmitry Bivol moments after his victory over undisputed light heavyweight champion Artur Beterbiev last Saturday night in Riyadh.→ read article Crawford’s Future Plans: A Bivol Match? @ Boxing News 24...2025
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• Benavidez fights through knockdown to overpower Morrell

David Benavidez’s pressure and body attack carried him to victory over David Morrell Jr on PPV Heavy pressure and a nonstop body attack carried David Benavidez to a decision victory over David Morrell Jr in tonight’s PBC on Prime PPV main event. The back-and-forth opening rounds saw Benavidez (30-0, 24 KO) push forward as Morrell (11-1, 9 KO) looked to back him off with explosive combinations. Mor...2025
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• ‘I cannot think too much about it’: Bivol not dwelling on loss to Beterbiev ahead of rematch

Dmitry Bivol looks to avenge his loss to Artur Beterbiev by beating him clearly in the sequel. | Photo by Mark Robinson/Getty Images Dmitry Bivol says he’s not putting energy into pitying himself for loss to Artur Beterbiev, is only focused on winning the rematch. Dmitry Bivol takes some time during his training camp in Turkey to talk to Marcos Villegas of Fight Hub TV about his preparat...2025
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• ‘I think he’ll want to fight again’: Hearn reacts to Fury’s retirement

Eddie Hearn fields some media questions at the end of The Ring Awards. | Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images Eddie Hearn believes Tyson Fury will get bored in retirement and come back to fight. Fresh off of the recent retirement announcement from Tyson Fury, while Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn had designs on clash between Fury and Anthony Joshua, Hearn speaks to iFL TV about his reactio...2025
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• KNOCKOUT! Artur Beterbiev crushes Callum Smith in seven

Artur Beterbiev kept his record perfect against Callum Smith | ESPN/Top Rank Artur Beterbiev kept his record perfect against Callum Smith. Artur Beterbiev stayed perfect tonight, knocking out Callum Smith in the seventh round to retain his WBC, IBF, and WBO light heavyweight titles in Quebec City. With the win, Beterbiev improves to 20-0 (20 KO) at age 38, with Smith dropping to 29-2 (21 K...2024
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• Predictions: Artur Beterbiev vs Callum Smith

Artur Beterbiev faces Callum Smith on Saturday | Mikey Williams/Top Rank Artur Beterbiev faces Callum Smith on Saturday, who wins the fight? It’s a new “season” for us in our predictions, as 2024 has kicked off! We’re getting it all rolling this week, with Artur Beterbiev (19-0, 19 KO) defending his WBC, IBF, and WBO light heavyweight titles against Callum Smith (29-1, 21 KO), Saturday nig...2024
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• ‘Glad to share the ring with you’: Canelo and Ryder meet up after fight
Canelo Alvarez and John Ryder earned each others respect on Saturday | Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images Canelo Alvarez and John Ryder earned each others respect on Saturday. Canelo Alvarez got the expected win over John Ryder on Saturday at Estadio Akron in Mexico, but he had to work hard for 12 rounds to do it, with the incredibly tough Ryder refusing to go away and lasting the distance...2023
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• Gvozdyk: “Sparring Canelo made me realise I still have fight left in me”
Oleksandr Gvozdyk will take a comeback test on the Canelo vs Ryder undercard | Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images Oleksandr Gvozdyk will take a comeback test on the Canelo vs Ryder undercard. They say you don’t know what you’ve got until it’s gone and former WBC light heavyweight champion Oleksandr Gvozdyk has found this out first hand. After retiring from the sport in 2019, the now ...2023
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• Dmitry Bivol vs. Jaime Munguia in the works for June 10th – Eddie Hearn
By Dan Ambrose: Promoter Eddie Hearn says a fight between WBA light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol and Jaime Munguia is in the works for June … read full story ← Dmitry Bivol vs. Jaime Munguia in the works for June 10th – Eddie Hearn @ Boxing News 24...2023
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• ‘Canelo should win’: Bivol predicts Canelo vs Charlo, still wants undisputed at 168

Dmitry Bivol thinks Canelo Alvarez will beat Jermell Charlo, and still wants the undisputed fight at 168 | Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images Dmitry Bivol thinks Canelo Alvarez will beat Jermell Charlo, and still wants the undisputed fight at 168. Dmitry Bivol is picking Canelo Alvarez to beat Jermell Charlo tonight, but still has a potential move down to 168 lbs on his mind, and says he’d...2023
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• Canelo: The Rematch With Dmitry Bivol is My Goal For 2023!
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• Canelo and Benavidez teams meet, Benavidez side to send official offer
Canelo Alvarez will receive an official offer from David Benavidez for a fight this fall | Hector Vivas/Getty Images and Alejandro Salazar/PX Images/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Canelo Alvarez will receive an official offer from David Benavidez for a fight this fall. Representatives for Canelo Alvarez and David Benavidez had a meeting, and Benavidez promoter Sampson Lewkowicz says thei...2023
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• KNOCKOUT! Artur Beterbiev crushes Callum Smith in seven
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• Dmitry Bivol: “Crawford is Not Just Good, He’s Amazing”
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• Dmitry Bivol not an “elite level” like Bud, Shakur & Tank – says Leonard Ellerbe
By Allan Fox: Mayweather Promotions CEO Leonard Ellerbe says he doesn’t view Dmitry Bivol as an elite fighter in the true sense because he lacks the skill set, and his … read full story ← Dmitry Bivol not an “elite level” like Bud, Shakur & Tank – says Leonard Ellerbe @ Boxing News 24...2023
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• Artur Beterbiev & Dmitry Bivol face-off today in Saudi Arabia
By Dan Ambrose: Unbeaten light heavyweight champions Artur Beterbiev & Dmitry Bivol came face-to-face today in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for the Tyson … read full story ← Artur Beterbiev & Dmitry Bivol face-off today in Saudi Arabia @ Boxing News 24...2023
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• Boxing schedule this weekend: Bivol returns, Azim’s rise continues and Foster-Ford settles bad blood

May has provided one of the most stacked boxing schedules in recent memory, and things look to close out with a bang this weekend. Dmitry Bivol returns, Adam Azim continues his rise, MVP stages its third all-women’s card, and O’Shaquie Foster defends against Ray Ford in what could be one of the best technical battles […] The post Boxing schedule this weekend: Bivol returns, Azim&...2026
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• David Benavidez Says Dmitry Bivol Win Makes Him #1 P4P
David Benavidez is talking about beating Dmitry Bivol as if it’s a scheduled appointment. After ... continue David Benavidez Says Dmitry Bivol Win Makes Him #1 P4P @ Boxing News 24...2026
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• Gilberto Ramirez vs David Benavidez: Prediction and fight card for May 2 clash
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• Dmitry Bivol shows off DYNAMIC new training ahead of 2026 return 🔥
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• Dmitry Bivol agrees deal for Oleksandr Usyk undercard return in Egypt
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• Preview of Isaac Chilemba vs. Lenar Perez

Isaac Chilemba is in tough on Thursday against undefeated cruiserweight Lenar Perez at the Montreal Casino in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. A native of Malawi based in South Africa, Chilemba is coming out of retirement to act as a gatekeeper for Perez.Nicknamed the "Golden Boy," Chilemba is far removed from the days when he challenged Tony Bellew in two competitive fights. He has had a remarkable care...2026
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• IBF reschedules Dmitry Bivol–Michael Eifert purse bid to Tuesday
The IBF has rescheduled the purse bid hearing for Dmitry Bivol’s mandatory title defense against ... read more IBF reschedules Dmitry Bivol–Michael Eifert purse bid to Tuesday @ Boxing News 24/7...2026
• ‘We can be ready to fight’: Dmitry Bivol’s manager confirms return timeline after back surgery

Lineal and unified light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol is edging closer to a return after undergoing back surgery in August. Since his historic win over Artur Beterbiev to become the undisputed champion, Bivol vacated his WBC title to pursue a trilogy fight with Beterbiev. The trilogy fight then failed to materialize, with the Russian deciding to undergo back surgery. Dan Rafael is now report...2026
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• 5 light heavyweights to watch out for in 2026
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• IBF orders Bivol to face Eifert

Photo by Mark Robinson/Getty Images More than two years after beating Jean Pascal in a final eliminator, Michael Eifert will get a shot at the IBF light heavyweight title, though it’s unlikely he’ll fight Dmitry Bivol Dmitry Bivol will be down another belt sooner rather than later. After vacating the WBC belt in the face of a clash with interim champion David Benavidez, the IBF has ordered...2025
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• Jose Benavidez Sr. backs David Morrell over Jai Opetaia and predicts David Benavidez win

Jose Benavidez Sr. has delivered a harsh assessment of Jai Opetaia, comparing him with David Morrell, while discussing a potential showdown with David Benavidez. Following David Benavidez’s dominant cruiserweight title victory over Gilberto Ramirez, speculation has continued growing regarding possible future fights against elite names such as Opetaia, Dmitry Bivol, Canelo Alvarez, and Oleksandr Us...2026
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• Video: David Benavidez and David Morrell scuffle at press event

David Benavidez and David Morrell nearly came to blows David Benavidez and David Morrell nearly came to blows at a public workout today. David Benavidez and David Morrell nearly came to blows at a press event to promote their Feb. 1 super middleweight fight. Benavidez patted the WBA interim title belt over Morrell’s shoulder, who responded by doing the same to Benavidez’s WBC interim title...2024
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• KNOCKOUT! Artur Beterbiev crushes Callum Smith in seven
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• Predictions: Artur Beterbiev vs Callum Smith
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