The excitement is building as we get closer to October 12, when Dmitry Bivol steps into the ring with Artur Beterbiev in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This isn’t just any fight - it’s all about who walks away with all four light heavyweight titles.
Beterbiev’s style is brutal and relentless; he doesn’t just throw punches - he drains you, mentally and physically. It’s got people wondering if Bivol, known for his skill and movement, can hold up against that constant pressure.
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Paulie Malignaggi put it perfectly: Beterbiev’s pressure creates mental stress that wears guys down, even if he’s not landing clean punches every time. Beterbiev’s recent fights against Callum Smith and Anthony Yarde showed how he can take big shots, keep coming forward, and break his opponents down. They had their moments, but eventually, they couldn’t keep up with Beterbiev’s pace.
Bivol’s no stranger to facing hard hitters - he’s taken on guys like Canelo and Gilberto Ramirez -but Beterbiev is something different. Bivol’s style is about staying slick and moving, but can he do that for 12 rounds?
If Bivol is going to win this, he’ll need to stay sharp and avoid letting Beterbiev cut him off. But let’s be real - Beterbiev isn’t the kind of guy who lets his opponents just dance around. The big question on everyone’s mind is if Bivol can keep his focus and energy up for all 12 rounds, or if Beterbiev’s power will start to break him down. What do you think?
Read more about the upcoming Beterbiev-Bivol event here.
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